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Against the wind: Ohio lawmaker pushes for stricter rules on wind development

An Ohio lawmaker who played a key role in tripling property line setbacks for wind turbines wants regulators to adopt strict rules when implementing the setbacks and other provisions for new commercial wind farms, which industry experts say are already essentially banned in the state.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 14 November 2016
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Michigan's largest wind farm goes online

The Gratiot County Wind Project, a 212 megawatt wind farm in central Michigan, is online and producing power this week, according to a news release from DTE Energy.

By Ken Paulman . 8 June 2012
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A level playing field for wind

A decision announced today by the Midwest Independent Transmission System Operator (MISO) could change the economics of wind power in the region.

By Ken Paulman . 1 June 2011
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How big can wind turbines get?

So how big can a wind turbine get? An EU report that says a 20 MW turbine that's nearly as tall as the Chrysler Building in New York, is "feasible."

By Ken Paulman . 8 August 2011
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California offshore wind could save billions and help prevent blackouts. What's holding it back?

A new study highlights the myriad benefits of offshore wind — and the major infrastructure barriers to building it along the West Coast.

By Jeff St. John . 20 August 2021
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Wind farms and the density question

Are wind farms in (relatively) densely populated areas like Goodhue County, Minnesota, doomed to run into fierce opposition from residents?

By Ken Paulman . 30 June 2011
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We bet you can’t guess which states rely most on wind and solar power

The share of power generated by wind and solar exceeded 30% in over a dozen states in 2025, which was a banner year for renewables even amid Trump’s attacks.

By Dan McCarthy . 8 May 2026
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Vestas has a new way to keep wind turbine blades out of the dump

The Danish turbine manufacturer is among a growing group of companies working to repurpose and recycle turbine blades as wind energy expands.

By Maria Gallucci . 16 February 2023
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Minnesota regulators approve Goodhue wind permit

The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approved a certificate of need and a conditional site permit for a controversial wind farm project on Thursday.

By Ken Paulman . 30 June 2011
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Wind's 'modular' advantage over power plants

A Northwestern University professor says because wind power investments can be built up gradually over time, they may have a potential advantage over large, conventional power plants.

17 April 2012