What is Happening With Wind Energy?
Jun 22, 2009 – David Mercer, an Associated Press Writer, recently wrote, “Change in the air? Wind Industry Wants Govt Lift.” In the decade before the economic crunch in 2008, wind energy grew 500% to 21,000 MW; still less than 1% of the energy usage in the US. President Barack Obama wants 25% renewable energy by 2025. Industry leaders believe that will only happen with long range stable policies, rather than ones that change every couple of yeas with a new Congress. HSBC Bank analysts predict that 6,700 MW could be installed in the next 12 months in the US due to the combination of the renewable energy mandate and the stimulus program. Have you seen any wind turbines being built in your area? Please leave your comments here.