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Article: Wind power energizing Rural America: increasing share of U.S. wind energy sector held by community and producer groups.(Wind Power)
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- Rural Cooperatives
- Article date:
- November 1, 2007
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Wind energy is a bright spot on the rural economic development horizon. Wind power projects across rural America contribute to local and regional economic growth and development. The wind energy industry creates new jobs and new sources of revenue for farmers and ranchers, and it increases the local tax base of rural communities.
Wind turbines generate homegrown energy that helps secure America's energy future during uncertain times while reducing pollution and conserving water resources. Wind energy is the fastest growing energy source in the world, and numerous rural communities are reaping the benefits.
Why wind power? ...