Abstract: The topic of adverse
health effects associated with wind facilities is globally debated. It is
acknowledged that if placed too close to residents, industrial wind turbines can
negatively affect the physical, mental and social well-being of some. In
addition to the general population, at risk are the vulnerable such as fetuses,
babies, children, elderly and those with pre-existing medical conditions. There
is published research on the effects of Low Frequency/Infrasound (LFI) on people
and animals dating back several decades. This presentation will provide some of
the available evidence drawn from peer reviewed literature, authoritative
references, and other sources. It is proposed that known risk of harm can be
avoided by siting wind facilities a protective distance from residents. Bio: Carmen Krogh is
published in peer-reviewed scientific and medical journals and has presented
papers at scientific noise conferences. She is an independent, full time
volunteer and for almost 6 years has researched health and other effects
associated with industrial wind energy facilities and shares information with
individuals, communities, authorities, wind energy developers, industry and
others. Krogh’s background in
health care, vigilance monitoring, editing and publishing helps inform her work.
She held senior positions at a major teaching hospital; as a drug information
researcher; a professional association and the Health Protection Branch of
Health Canada (PMRA). She is a former Director of Publications and
Editor-in-chief of the Compendium of Pharmaceuticals and Specialties
(CPS), the book used by physicians, nurses, and health professionals for
prescribing information on prescription medication in