Letter to the editor: Better sites available

The Summit Ridge Wind Farm was permitted ten years ago but no one found it worthwhile to start construction. Now, a new company has revived the project relying on old permits. After 10 years, this new company should be required to start the permit process anew.

We have watched golden eagles, bald eagles, osprey and other birds of prey actively hunt in the lower Deschutes River Canyon area for years. The danger to these birds from wind turbine blades is significant. The damage to the scenic value of the area is substantial.

We strongly support renewable energy projects but this location is not the best available and should not be allowed, using the old permit. There are much better sites to be found.

Karen and Steve Murray

The Dalles