Benefits of Wind
The Work that Goes Into Renewable Energy
This report from the Renewable Energy Policy Project was released in November 2001. This report uses survey data to estimate direct jobs created by wind, photovoltaics, and biomass co-firing energy projects. Jobs are reported by skill type and occupational category.
Perspectives on an NWCC/NREL Assessment of Distributed Wind
This 2000 report out of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory reviews an assessment of distributed wind generation and it's associated business, policy and technical issues, and includes action steps for facilitating the growth of distributed wind.
Assessing the Economic Development Impacts of Wind Power
This 2003 report from the National Wind Coordinating Committee uses three case studies to estimate the effects of wind energy development on local economies.
Renewable Energy: Long Term Benefits for Minnesota's Economy
This 2003 brochure was co-produced by the Minnesota Project, Windustry and the Soutwest Regional Development Commission.
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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: What Landowners Should Know
This article from the Wind Powering America program is designed to assist in agricultural outreach efforts. The article gives a quick run down of things landowners should consider before entering into a lease or easement agreement with a wind developer.
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.
