A North Kent Councillor is looking to stop any future wind turbine developments in Chatham-Kent.
Councillor Rhonda Jubenville entered a notice of motion at Monday, June 24, 2024 Council meeting, which if approved, would declare that Chatham-Kent Council “does not support the establishment of any new wind turbine projects within the municipality” and that the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) be directed to advise potential applicants of this resolution.
“The IESO has proposed to move forward with three RFPs where new wind turbine projects can receive a contract from the IESO,” Jubenville said in her motion.
“People living near existing wind turbines report considerable impact on their lives due to noise, health and clean water risks, along with other emissions and issues caused from the wind turbines. There are gaps in the enforcement of key terms of the Renewable Energy Approvals governing existing projects relative to noise standards and resolution of complaints.
Jubenville added Chatham-Kent has not received a response from their letter to the Ministry of Health dated May, 2023, regarding the all hazard investigation.
“Municipal approval is required to locate one of these projects in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent,” Jubenville added.
Jubenville’s motion is set to be on the agenda at the Monday, July 15, 2024 Council meeting.
