Economic Development
The Facts on Wind: A Proven Economic Development Tool
This 2003 publication details facts and figures demonstrating the proven potential of wind for economic development in Minnesota.
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Electricity from the Wind: The New Cash Crop
This article from the Wind Powering America was designed to assist in agricultural outreach efforts and describes how wind energy can be a viable alternative income source for farmers.
Electricity from the Wind: Economic Development for Rural Communities
This is one article in a series prepared by the Wind Powering America program to support agricultural outreach efforts. This article describes how wind energy can be a boon for rural economies.
Wind Energy for Rural Economic Development (brochure)
This brochure from the U.S. Department of Energy outlines the possibilities for rural economic development from wind energy.
Analysis: Economic Impacts of Wind Applications in Rural Communities
This report was released by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory in 2005 and provides a compilation of data from studies of the economic impacts of wind farms on rural communities.
Older Version of Windustry Wind Project Calculator
This is the older version of the Wind Project Calculator, which some people have become comfortable using
