Researchers say microturbines could kill thousands of bats and birds’ BBC News, 3 December, 2014. ‘Thousands of birds and bats could be killed by the development of small domestic wind turbines, researchers in Stirling have warned. ‘Domestic “microturbines” are growing in popularity among homeowners. ‘However, researchers at the University of Stirling say planning measures must be introduced to keep them away from bird and bat habitats. ‘The study is the first to address small turbines rather than large wind farms. ‘Previous research has suggested that birds and bats may be killed in “significant” numbers by colliding with turbines at large wind farms. ‘The Stirling research, carried out in collaboration with the British Trust for Ornithology, claims small turbines could have a similar impact. [...]’.
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