Ireland's High Court ruled that Ballyduff Windfarm's noise constitutes a nuisance, potentially impacting wind energy litigation.

Ireland's High Court ruled that noise from a wind farm constitutes a nuisance to nearby residents, in a landmark decision that could trigger new litigation against wind energy companies. The ruling found that levels of noise generated by the Ballyduff Windfarm in Wexford amounted to "unreasonable interference" for neighbours. Legal experts have mixed opinions on how the ruling will affect existing wind farm projects and future developments in the sector.

March 17, 2024
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