Wind Turbines

As Maine and the nation explore energy alternatives to imported oil we are faced with a number of questions concerning the consequences of implementing these alternatives.

In recent months, several government agencies have conducted reviews of the science on wind turbine noise and health. They all have made similar conclusions — that there is no evidence of a direct health or disease impact from wind turbines, especially if properly placed. 

Maine’s noise regulations are within or comparable with the World Health Organization’s recommendations for noise. 

For more information

See this October, 2009 Analysis of Wind Turbines and Health Issues (PDF) from the Wisconsin Public Service Commision.