ClimateJuly 4, 2026

siting

/ˈsaɪtɪŋ/

Definition

The process of selecting a specific geographical location for a building or facility.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English 'cite,' which originated from the Latin 'situs,' meaning a place or position. It evolved to describe the act of placing or locating something in a specific spot.

In the news

In the article, it refers to the decision-making process for where to place wind turbines, noting that residents feel more negatively when they have little influence over these choices.

When wind turbines become visible, support for renewable energy can decline

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