Wind energy is a key part of the United States energy mix and is driving economic growth, especially in rural communities. While the energy may not flow directly into your homes, you will see the direct benefits of the project including:
- Job growth: Wind projects create hundreds of jobs during manufacturing, construction, and service. Currently, there are 120,000 Americans employed in the wind industry.
- Local spending: Projects partner with local businesses and suppliers and provide steady lease payments to landowners that are reinvested in the community. Additionally, construction can last for a year, resulting in a boost to hotels, restaurants, and service providers in the local area.
- Increase in tax revenue: Each year, wind projects pay over $1.6 billion in tax and lease payments to state & local governments and landowners, which continue throughout the project’s lifespan. The increase in tax revenue will assist in maintaining a thriving community for generations to come and provide long-term funding for schools, hospitals, and more.
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