Opponents of High-Voltage Power Line in Camargue Unite at Arles Rally
More than 2,500 people, including elected officials, farmers and environmental groups, gathered to oppose the project.
More than 2,500 people, including elected officials, farmers, environmental association members and tourism industry figures, gathered in Arles on Saturday evening to oppose a planned high-voltage power line through the Camargue region, according to Le Monde.
Opponents of the project say it threatens the landscape, biodiversity and tourism in the area, Le Monde reported.
They also expressed concern that the project could receive authorization quickly, according to the report.
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- Les opposants de tous bords au projet de ligne à très haute tension en Camargue font bloc à Arles — Le Monde — Une
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