Three Wind Farm Developments, Three Different Planning Difficulties: Cases from Denmark

Kristian Borch (), Julia Kirch Kirkegaard and Sophie Nyborg
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Kristian Borch: Department of Planning, Aalborg University, 9000 Aalborg, Denmark
Julia Kirch Kirkegaard: Department of Wind and Energy Systems, Technical University of Denmark, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark
Sophie Nyborg: Department of Wind and Energy Systems, Technical University of Denmark, 4000 Roskilde, Denmark

Energies, 2023, vol. 16, issue 12, 1-14

Abstract: The aim of this paper is to provide a new perspective on the conditions for the multiple dimensions of concerns and to understand why some wind power projects run smoothly, while others lead to unexpected outcomes due to local resistance. The paper considers three Danish wind farm developments with different planning difficulties, from “smooth” to intensified resistance and conflicts between local communities and the planning authority. To better understand the different planning pathways, we use a research framework where social acceptance is viewed from a conflict management theory perspective, with a focus on the uniqueness and different dimensions of conflicts. The paper discusses how the framing of the planning system considers specific types of tangible concerns, while more intangible concerns are neglected, and how this leads to escalating conflicts. The paper is concluded with several policy recommendations on how to avoid conflicts and how authorities and politicians should reflect on their own agency in provoking conflicts, which can be avoided by proactively involving affected communities at early stages.

Keywords: wind energy planning; conflict management; community concern; overflowing; public participation; agency; green transition (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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