In this 12 part, quick-fire Mythbusters series, Revolution author Todd Westbrook dispels the myths and misconceptions that surround the wind power movement. This time, Todd considers the politics of wind power…


MYTH: WIND IS DIVISIVE

Todd says:
In a political sense, the Scottish Parliament has since its inception been positively disposed towards renewable energy, including onshore and offshore wind, with targets regularly increased over time, on a cross-party basis and often unanimously. Public attitude surveys regularly show high support for renewables in general, wind as a technology and onshore wind specifically.

Next time: Todd tackles the property ladder…