Blowin' in the wind. [Issues concerning wind farm development]

Journal Article · Sat Jun 01 00:00:00 EDT 1985 · Discover; ()

OSTI ID:5535847

Mohs, M

Wind power enthusiasts call it almost free energy, while critics see it as a tax dodge. Wind farms introduce noise and visual problems, but are ideal for floodplains and other areas not suited for habitation. Suits are pending to stop land leasing to wind farm developers in Palm Springs, the Tehachapi Pass, and the Coast Ranges of California. Analysis estimate that California's wind farms will be producing over 1000 MW, which could save 3.7 million barrels of oil a year. California accounts for 95% of US commercial wind energy and 75% of the world's total. Aggressive private competition, more than DOE subsidies and government incentives, have spurred the technical progress in the industry. Local officials have had to distinguish between developers whose motivation comes from tax incentives and those with a genuine commitment to the industry. 7 figures.

• OSTI ID: 5535847
• Journal Information: Discover; (), Journal Name: Discover; ()
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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AESTHETICS
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FINANCIAL INCENTIVES
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