In this week's comments update, readers are discussing the viability of an offshore wind power generator and sharing their views on other top stories.
Norwegian company Wind Catching Systems is developing a floating 300-metre-high structure, which it claims will be able to renewably power 80,000 homes without increasing power bills.
Readers have practical concerns about the wind power generator, starting with worries about wildlife.
"Wind farm" You mean giant bird chopper," said SalamOOn.
Matt G agreed: "The most efficient bird killing machine ever conceived."
"Need to put up warning signs so birds stay away," Jrj90620 joked.
Others are feeling cautiously optimistic. "I think we all want to love renewable energy solutions," said SR, diplomatically. "That said, I feel like there are more questions with this proposal than the write-up has covered to help it make sense." "Interesting concept, which we should hope works well as planned," concluded Mr J.
Are commenters right to question the practically of the Windcatcher" Join the discussion ?
Bjarke Ingels launches company to "reimagine the way we build our homes"
Commenter says "the skepticism alarms are blaring pretty loud right now"
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