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A revolutionary new scheme has been set up by Wind Prospect,
called Windfall. Under this scheme local communities can receive
benefits as a result of revenue generated by the wind farm.
An added bonus is the fact that local communities will be
making their own contribution to the reduction of greenhouse
gas emissions. Following are examples of suggested measures
under Windfall:
Local Trust Fund
Local initiatives can be supported through a local trust
fund, which the site owner will make regular contributions
to. It is proposed that local people be responsible for the
setting up of the management committee and delivery of funds
to their local projects.
Investment Opportunity
Local people have the opportunity to invest in local wind
farms through a local green energy investment company, for
as little as £250-£500. The first of these to
be set up is Fenland Cooperative,
visit www.fens.coop
for more information.
Video
- CNBC interview with Angela Duignan from Energy 4 All
"Looking at the advantages of investing in wind energy"
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