haarlemsdagbladMar 5, 2026, 16:30

‘Does anyone care about noise and shadow flicker?’ Large turnout at meeting against Schoteroog wind turbines

Residents of Haarlem-Noord gathered at the Haarlemsche Jachtclub on Schoteroog to voice their concerns about the planned installation of wind turbines in the area. The meeting was well-attended by locals worried about potential noise pollution and shadow flicker affecting their neighborhood.

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Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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