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August 5th, 2008

Will Virginia Wind Farm Push Through?

When there is wind, there is power. That is, if you know how to hone it. And in the United States, there are some states already which have already decided that (aside from solar farms) wind farms would be one of the best ways to enjoy free and very clean energy.
Now in Virginia, a report […]

By Noel -- 1 comment

July 4th, 2006

Windy Flower Power

The Dutch government recently asked some designers to come up with ideas for new styles of wind mills that might better blend in with the landscape. One group - calling themsleves 100MW Mountains - suggested grouping up to 10 turbines in arrangements like a floral bouquet.
I’m not sure what to make of the idea. […]

By Kevin Humphrey -- 6 comments

June 12th, 2006

Xcel Paid for Wind Power It Couldn’t Use

A report issued by the Minnesota Department of Commerce has revealed that Xcel Energy paid for more than $10 million worth of wind-generated juice that it couldn’t accept and use. During a period from February 2004 until May 2005, Xcel had to make what it calls ‘curtailment payments‘ to wind developers, which are a […]

By Kevin Humphrey -- 0 comments

March 30th, 2006

WINDPOWER 2006 Conference

The 2006 edition of the WINDPOWER Conference and Exhibition is getting set to start spinning this coming June. The 3-day event - happening in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, June 4th to 7th - is the be there or be square get-together for the wind energy industry in North America.
They’re expecting over 4,000 attendees and 250 exhibitors […]

By Kevin Humphrey -- 0 comments

March 21st, 2006

Small Scale Wind Installer’s Workshop

Here’s a great opportunity for anyone in the northeast US who’s interested in picking some skills and experience at installing small scale wind turbine systems. Cape & Islands Self Reliance, a cool non-profit organization that promotes eco-technologies and sustainable practices in the Cape Cod region of Massachusetts, is hosting a Small Wind Installer’s Apprentice […]

By Kevin Humphrey -- 0 comments