Landscape Perception: the Wind turbines in Tapes (RS)

Abstract

The transformation of the landscape through wind farms is a relatively new
phenomenon in Rio Grande do Sul and Brazil. However, the Brazilian energy matrix is expanding, especially in wind generation. Although this type of energy is considered low environmental impact, it appears that the growing concern of some segments of society in relation to the impacts that may occur in the environment. Among them is the visual intrusion of wind turbines elapsed insertion, or the impact on the landscape. The aim of this paper is to show the survey on the perception of the landscape in relation to the possibility of implementing wind power projects in the municipality of Tapes / RS. In an attempt to consider the proposed goal, the study uses the category of landscape analysis, by the method of perception. In pursuit of the objective and subjective aspects that guide the opinion of the population before a hypothetical enterprise, it is observed that there are a number of elements involved in this process beyond the mere acceptance of the project. However, the results reflect the great economic appeal that the turbines pose to the local population.