B2 – Upper Intermediate
Wind turbines are one of the sources of clean, renewable energy. Because of their large sizes, they take up a lot of land area. One location in England refuses to upgrade to new larger ones for aesthetic reasons. Residents also worry about the risks it might pose to their wildlife. Arguments have been raised with regards to the benefits and drawbacks of wind-farms.
Take a look at the full lesson below to learn more about this controversy.
https://linguapress.com/intermediate/wind-farm-controversy.htm
Discussion Questions:
- How does your government preserve the natural landscape and wildlife of your country?
- Does your government consider wind farms a good source of renewable energy? Why or why not?
- What are some sources of renewable energy that your country currently utilizes?
- What are some climate change effects that you have felt or noticed in recent years?
- What does your government do to tackle climate change? How do you, as an individual, contribute to your part in solving problems related to climate change?
- What are some pros and cons of wind farms?
- How do we use less energy?
- What are your thoughts on nuclear energy?