Cyprus’ environment department has rejected plans for a 33-turbine wind farm near two protected Natura 2000 zones, citing irreversible damage to wildlife habitats and increased threats to vulnerable species.
The proposed 49.5MW development, submitted by a private company in the communities of Pyrga, Klavdia and Alethriko, would have affected the Potamos Panayias Stazousas special protection area (SPA) and the Stavrovouni special conservation area (SCA).
According to the department’s final opinion,
