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The guide to Designing for Renewable Energy in Wales is now available, following a consultation
A guide to Designing for Renewable Energy in Wales is available.
The guide followed a consultation.
The guide sets out the policy context.
The guide covers wind farms.
The guide covers solar farms.
The guide makes reference to potential noise issues.
Noise issues should be considered when deploying wind farms.
Noise issues should be considered when deploying solar farms.
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The guide to Designing for Renewable Energy in Wales is now available, following a consultation. It sets out the policy context, and covers wind farms and solar farms, making reference to potential noise issues that should be considered when deploying these technologies.
See the full guide
Consultation on scoping strategic environmental assessment for offshore energy acknowledges increasing noise sources in offshore waters
Our Scottish branch have commented on the consultation by Transport Scotland on a new Transport Noise Action Plan (TNAP) 2025 – 2028.
New professional guidance proposes an approach to minimise planning barriers and costs for air source heat pump installations
The Northern Ireland Department for Infrastructure (DfI) have consulted on their round 4 Road Noise Action Plan covering 2023 – 28.
A report commissioned by the Department for Business and Industrial Strategy to look at assessment of noise from onshore wind farms is now published.
The Welsh Government are consulting on changes to permitted development rights including air source heat pumps(ASHP).
As part of their ongoing enquiry into the impact of airport expansion on climate and nature targets, the Environmental Audit Committee will be taking oral evidence tomorrow - Wednesday May 14th.
The Government are seeking views on proposals for changes to the planning process for national infrastructure projects.
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