Heritage Council Advice
Wind Farms and Heritage
Blaney Wind Farm, photo courtesy David Beaver
To improve environmental sustainability the government and communities are seeking new renewable energy sources.
The Heritage Council and Heritage Branch support the development of sustainable energy production facilities that meet legitimate community needs, and which support and contribute to the cultural and environmental heritage of the people in NSW.
Wind turbine farms are proving to be a popular renewable energy source. However, if they are inappropriately planned and developed, they have the potential to adversely affect heritage items including cultural landscapes.
The Heritage Council has produced a document providing advice that will assist the Heritage Branch, local government, planners and developers in their decision-making processes regarding the siting of wind farm developments.
Download the Heritage Council advice on  Wind Farms and Heritage
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