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August 23, 2007 2:37 pm 0 comments

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written by: Lewes Labour - Campaign team

So the Wind Turbine up at Glyndebourne is being questioned via the planning route and a public enquiry. Why is it that being green has become about conspicuous Green consumption, the thought process seems to be ” I must buy this for my eco conscience” . Surely ecological awareness is aiming for people to consume less? They dont need really need a wind turbine, but since David Cameron got one it seems to have become an eco fashion accessory.

Lets do some straight talking here….

There are eco utility companies providing ecologically aware electricity, if thats what you want… you can find out more here:

www.greenelectricity.org.

If you are worried about your carbon footprint think about the carbon that went into making that turbine when there are electricity companies that can supply you from renewable resources.

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