Wind Power Backing

Increasing numbers of Scots say they back an increase in wind power.

A Scottish Renewables survey, carried out by You Gov, shows that seven in ten adults support the development of wind power as part of the energy mix.

A number of windfarms applications in Fife have been challenged by campaigners recently who claim they're inadequate and a blight on the local countryside.

Joss Blamire, Senior Policy Manager at Scottish Renewables, said: "These poll results highlight once again that not only do the vast majority of Scots support wind power, but the number who do is actually increasing.

"The wind energy sector is thriving in Scotland, providing jobs, investment and helping to tackle climate change – and these figures show it's doing all of this with the Scottish public right behind it.

"We are often told by a vocal minority of objectors that Scots don’t like wind power, but this poll shows there is absolutely no evidence to support this – in fact, quite the opposite."

Support for wind power was highest among young Scots, with 81% of those aged 18-24 backing the continued development of the technology. That figure was lowest among those aged 55+, but still stands at almost two-thirds or 65%.