<P> There are anecdotal reports of negative health effects from noise on people who live very close to wind turbines . Peer - reviewed research has generally not supported these claims . </P> <P> Aesthetic aspects of wind turbines and resulting changes of the visual landscape are significant . Conflicts arise especially in scenic and heritage protected landscapes . </P> <P> Energy conservation refers to efforts made to reduce energy consumption . Energy conservation can be achieved through increased efficient energy use, in conjunction with decreased energy consumption and / or reduced consumption from conventional energy sources . </P> <P> Energy conservation can result in increased financial capital, environmental quality, national security, personal security, and human comfort . Individuals and organizations that are direct consumers of energy choose to conserve energy to reduce energy costs and promote economic security . Industrial and commercial users can increase energy use efficiency to maximize profit . </P>

Typical environmental risks faced by australian energy companies