Utilities feel weight of burden caused by EMF fears
Journal Article
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· Electric Light and Power
OSTI ID:183337
Studies on the effects of electromagnetic fields (EMF)on human health have been conducted for more than 20 years. None have categorically established or eliminated any connection between EMF and adverse health effects. Nonetheless, 96% of the risk managers working in the utility sector view EMF as an over-riding concern. Public concern over EMF has erupted into legal, as well as regulatory, actions. To date, some utilities have had lawsuits brought against them by customers who claim they developed cancer as a result of nearby high-voltage transmission lines. What`s more, a small handfull of cities have adopted ordinances that specifically limit where and how utilities handle the placement of their transmission lines.
- OSTI ID:
- 183337
- Journal Information:
- Electric Light and Power, Journal Name: Electric Light and Power Journal Issue: 10 Vol. 73; ISSN ELLPAJ; ISSN 0013-4120
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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