Ocean City wind farm project sparks debate on Eastern Shore
Ocean City residents may soon see a change to their beachfront views, as U.S. Wind plans to construct a wind farm off the coast. Renderings submitted to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management indicate what the horizon could look like on a clear day. The proposed wind farm has ignited controversy among locals, leading to the formation of the Stop Offshore Wind movement. “They’re not good for the environment and if they want to save the environment because of climate change, why would you go destroy an environment to try to save something?” said Sonny Gwin, a waterman who has fished these waters for 40 years. He expressed concern about the construction and operational impacts on marine life. Video, photos, more, >>CLICK TO READ<< 08:32
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