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The U.S. Anti-Renewables Movement, Explained
Mar 20, 2024
Exploring the opposition to wind energy on the east coast, the deceptive tactics used by groups, the alliances between conservationists and fishing industry against offshore wind, ties between conservative organizations and shared rhetoric, challenges faced by renewable energy projects, and the resistance from oil majors in transitioning to renewables.
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- Opposition to wind energy spreads misinformation about harm to wildlife, creating well-connected anti-renewables network.
- Fossil fuel-linked groups fuel anti-offshore wind sentiments and fund campaigns against wind projects.
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Environmental Conservation as Anti-Renewables Activism
Some groups opposing wind energy, under the guise of conservation, spread misinformation about wind turbines harming birds and whales, despite scientific evidence refuting these claims. This tactic has been shared across various anti-wind groups, including climate denial organizations, creating a well-connected network of opposition.
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