#1508
Adam Johnson
16 Apr 2024

Published name

Adam Johnson

Confirm that you have read and understand this declaration.

Yes

Can you see any benefits or opportunities related to the environment for offshore renewable energy development in this proposed area?

No

Do you have any concerns related to the environment for offshore renewable energy development in this proposed area?

Yes

Please list and provide a brief explanation about your key concerns.

The proposed area is too ecologically sensitive to be industrialised and should be protected from wind farms. It is a dolphin birthing region, home to dozens of species of migratory and water birds, and a whale migration zone. There are reefs and diverse species of fish, coral reefs and other marine life. Also, the visual pollution will affect the amenity of the area. The cost of installing andaintaining offshore turbines is also astronomical and as a taxpayer I don't support the idea. Put them on land of need be.

Do you have any concerns related to visual amenity for offshore renewable energy development in this proposed area?

Yes

Please explain why?  

They will spoil a virtually unspoilt vista off the coast of Binningup. Hundreds of people visit the area to enjoy the magnificent coastal area.

Can you see any benefit or opportunities related to visual amenity for offshore wind development in this proposed area?

No

Can you see any benefits or opportunities related to the community and onshore transmission for offshore renewable energy development in this proposed area?

No

Do you have any concerns related to the community and onshore transmission for offshore renewable energy development in this proposed area?

Yes

Please list and provide a brief explanation about your key concerns.  

The amount of industrial scale activity on shore this will generate will spoil the region for residents and visitors alike. We are a tourism hotspot.

Can you see any benefits or opportunities related to fishing for offshore renewable energy development in this proposed area?

No

Do you have any concerns related to fishing for offshore renewable energy development in this proposed area?

Yes

Please list and provide a brief explanation about your key concerns.  

People will not want to fish recreationally under massive wind turbines. It will spoil the experience for the fishing community.

Can you see any other benefits or opportunities for offshore wind energy development in this proposed area?

No

Do you have any other concerns for offshore wind energy development in this proposed area?

Yes

Please list and provide a brief explanation about your key concerns.  

The huge concrete foundations will likely destroy the sensitive reef areas in the Geographe Bay.

Do you want to upload a written submission and/or any supporting files?

No