The opinion of Poles regarding the use of wind power and other renewable energy sources
The article discusses the results of the survey representing groups of residents in Poland. The purpose was to study the relationship and attitudes regarding the use of renewable energy sources. The majority of respondents expressed support for the development of wind energy. Residents expressed in high numbers (90,93 %) the advantage of wind energy associated with a decrease in air pollution, and the environment as a whole (90,6 %). Harm to human health was a reason given for rejection by 83,23 % of respondents. People living near a wind turbine, support the development of the energy sector and point to the personal and social benefits associated with the development of renewable energy sources. Residents with higher levels of education and income were more readily willing to accept the construction and use of wind power.