reeves hill windfarm
Tourism
Tourism and Socio-economics
A tourism and socio-economic assessment has been undertaken looking at both the direct and indirect effects of the windfarm upon the local area.
The Reeves Hill windfarm proposal has the potential to generate a range of economic and social effects and opportunities for local businesses, most notably employment opportunities and local spending. Examples of direct opportunities for local contractors would include haulage, turbine base and access track construction, the supply of building materials and mechanical, electrical and supervisory services.
A community Fund will be established generating about £1 million for the local community during the lifetime of the project. Local residents would also be able to invest directly in part of the scheme.
Reeves Hill Community Wind Energy Scheme proposal would produce sufficient electricity to provide for the equivalent needs of over 5,144 households. This is equivalent to approximately 6.9% of the total County's domestic needs. The project would make a significant contribution to the reduction of emissions that are known to cause global warming and acid rain
Separation distances from highways and public rights of way follow the guidance in PPS22.
