THE proposed Sagada-Besao Wind Farm has recently been a consistent point of debate and conflict for locals and non-locals alike and all the other stakeholders in the implementation of this project. As in most scenarios of an upcoming change, there are always two opposing sides—those who are in favor, and those who are against. This tendered project is no exception; some locals who obviously see the benefits are pushing for the realization of this while others adamantly crusade against it.
For a local who’s currently not living in the community, I can only observe and try my best to be updated. But as a local too who knows no other home, I want to join in the bandwagon of voices involved in this. Seeing that even non-villagers are actively participating on the ongoing disparity, it would be a shame to sit around complacently and complain only when the need arises. I am writing this not to advocate any side as I don’t have the knowledge and expertise to know what’s more favorable for the majority regarding this. I can only share my two cents.