Welsh farmer Alwyn Roberts says his wind turbine has been positive for him, local jobs, and the environment. Even the ramblers like it. Situated in the southern end of Snowdonia National Park near the village of Tywyn, Mr Roberts’ 130ha organic farm is benefiting from a new 5kW, 12m-high turbine. Erected in July this year using local contractors, the turbine has already produced more than 6,500 kWh, saved 10 tonnes of carbon, and generated £1,820 from Feed-in Tariffs. This extra income has allowed Mr Roberts to concentrate on his 600 sheep and 30 breeding cows. “I wouldn’t have much spare time for other diversifications, but the turbine doesn’t take up any time,” says Mr Roberts. “Plus it doesn’t affect the farm at all and the livestock are allowed in the field with the turbine.”
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