It has been easy for me to adopt the correct attitude:
That the green transition is here to stay and that solar cells and wind turbines are an inevitable step in the right direction.
And not least; that they have to stand somewhere. So why not in North Jutland, where the pitch is good and the wind strong?
But I also have mine in the dry. With residence on the outskirts of Aalborg, close to the city and yet with forest and nature in the backyard.
As a native of North Jutland, I imagined that I could put myself in their place. The people who, with energy expansions, get wind turbine areas and solar parks as neighbours.
But the truth is that I have never stayed near a wind turbine for more than five minutes, and that there are no solar cells to disturb the idyll when I go for walks in my local area.
The above really dawned on me when I read the story of Ulla, René and Lasse.
What the three North Jutland residents have in common is that the wind farms have major private consequences for them, because they are forced to give up both the home and the local community they love.
René Jakobsen Møller and his wife’s love story started in the village of Fjelsø, where they have lived for 25 years – with the hope of having to be carried from there.
Half a year ago, they were told that 16 houses must be removed. If the family does not accept the offer from Eurowind, they will probably end up with an unsaleable house and large wind turbines as neighbours.
After the announcement of the plans, René Jakobsen Møller ended up being called in sick by the doctor with a stress reaction due to the impact.
In Hjardemål Klit in Thy, it is Lasse Middelboe and the family who feel tied down. Along with 200 others. In what was Denmark’s largest contiguous natural area, and which is now set to become an industrial area.
The mills in the area keep getting more and more and taller and taller, and Lasse Middelboe no longer has any confidence in the political system:
– We can’t count on anything they say. It’s a strange feeling, it sounds.
The noise from the turbines is one of the things that takes up a lot for the family. So much so that they have agreed to stop talking about it so as not to make the situation even worse. Now, instead, they just listen to the sound in helplessness.
There is no doubt that Denmark must have more green energy, and few disagree that it is a good development for the climate, just as it can help develop rural areas economically when natural resources are utilized.
But on the other side are the citizens who are most affected by the politicians’ plans and ambitions. Who will neither be rich nor happy. But are left with the feeling of losing no matter what choice they make.
I don’t have the solution, but I call for a sincere understanding and compassion for the people who are affected in the efforts to make Denmark greener.
It’s an obvious place to start. Especially for the politicians.
2024-11-02 04:59:00
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**Interview with René Jakobsen Møller: A North Jutland Resident Facing Wind Energy Expansion**
*Editor (E)*: Thank you for joining us today, René. You’ve lived in Fjelsø for 25 years, a place that holds many memories for you and your family. Can you share how the proposed wind energy expansion has impacted your life?
*René Jakobsen Møller (R)*: Thank you for having me. It’s been quite a journey, really. My wife and I always envisioned growing old in our home, surrounded by the community we love. However, when we were notified that our house might need to be sacrificed for new wind farm developments, it felt like our world was turned upside down.
*E*: That sounds incredibly difficult. What has been your main concern regarding this situation?
*R*: My biggest concern is losing our home and the community ties we’ve built here. We didn’t just buy a house; we invested in a lifestyle, a network of neighbors, and a sense of belonging. Knowing that we may have to leave it all behind is heartbreaking.
*E*: There seems to be a balance to strike between renewable energy development and community impact. How do you view the need for green energy in the region?
*R*: I believe in renewable energy – it’s essential for our future. However, it’s also crucial to consider the human aspect. We need to engage communities in these decisions and find solutions that respect both nature and people’s homes. It shouldn’t come at the total expense of individuals like me.
*E*: Have you been involved in discussions with local authorities or Eurowind about alternatives or compromises?
*R*: We’ve tried. We’ve reached out, shared our stories, and expressed our concerns, hoping there could be more consideration for residents. But the process seems quite rigid, and it often feels like their focus is solely on the wind farm rather than the people affected.
*E*: If you could send a message to decision-makers about this situation, what would it be?
*R*: I would say, please listen to us. In your pursuit of a greener future, remember those who live in the shadow of these projects. Involvement, empathy, and dialogue could lead to a more sustainable and humane transition. We all want a greener world, but not at the cost of displacing families and erasing communities.
*E*: Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences, René. It’s a challenging transition, and we appreciate your insight into the human side of renewable energy development.
*R*: Thank you for giving me a platform to voice our concerns. I just hope that we can find a way forward that benefits everyone involved.
