Thousands protest against Shetland Wind farm

A large proportion of islanders have come out against the proposal to put 150 turbines (145m high from tip to base). Read more on www.theherald.co.uk

Peat is a carbon sink - peat bogs have been called the "rain forests" of the northern latitudes. This turbine site is 11 miles long by 7 miles and would turn a wild and treasured landscape into an industrial power station. Visit the sustainableshetland.org website to understand better how crucial it is to win this battle.