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Locals raise concern over proposed Ballymacarbry wind farm

Locals raise concern over proposed Ballymacarbry wind farm
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Concerns have been raised by residents in the wider Ballymacarbry area about plans for a new wind farm.

The proposed development area of Coumnagappul Wind Farm is four kilometres north of Kilbrien village.

The site was identified in the Waterford County Development Plan as a preferred area for wind development.

EMPower are proposing an eleven-turbine wind farm, at overall heights of 185 meters, which it's estimated would generate enough electricity to power almost 39,000 homes.

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An information evening was held in Ballymacarbry yesterday evening, however the company was not prepared to speak to media at that time.

WLR's Kieran Foley attended and spoke to local residents.

To listen, click the play button in the centre of the image above.

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