BANGOR DAILY NEWS • March 2, 2023
The King Pine wind farm that will be built in Aroostook County could have an adverse impact on the wonderful night skies in the area. The aircraft warning lights in these towers will make the entire area look like an industrial zone. However, we now have the technology, especially in these large turbines, to mitigate the nighttime light pollution. There are systems now that can turn off the lights at night if no aircraft are detected. Clear night skies are a contributing factor for many of the tourists who travel there, and much appreciated by residents. This is a common-sense requirement for the project, and the cost to install the equipment in each tower is not burdensome. ~ Donald McNelly, Island Falls