Wisconsin Wind Power
Wind energy projects support Wisconsin in every way.
Pro-Development. Pro-Family Farms. Pro-Employment. Pro-Community.
Why is Wind Power Good for Wisconsin?
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Pro-Development
Many fossil fuels used in the United States are not sourced from within the United States. There is no need to import wind, which means construction of utility-scale wind generation facilities helps move us closer to energy independence. Wind energy is an underutilized resource that can help provide an abundant source of clean, reliable electricity to homes and businesses across the state.
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Pro-Family Farms
Each wind turbine typically requires only one acre of land after construction, allowing landowners to continue farming around them. The process works closely with farmers when siting wind turbines, access roads, and collection lines to minimize impact to crops, grazing, and other farming and ranching operations. Land owners have a long-lasting benefit by lease payments to supplement their income.
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Pro-Employment
Creating a wind energy system in Wisconsin will utilize local companies, services, and materials and create jobs, including jobs to union workers and veterans.
Even after construction is complete, full-time local jobs are needed to operate and maintain the facility.
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Pro-Community
Wind projects generate millions of dollars in tax revenue for our local communities helping support local schools, improving public safety, and investing in local services and programs. Responsible, peer-reviewed studies prove wind energy systems are safe for people and the environment.
TESTIMONIALS
Hear from real people who have been affected by Pattern’s renewable energy projects.
Real Farmers
Pattern did everything they could to make sure the partner landowners were satisfied with their presence on their land. Landowner Arthur Chaney has been working the land in Fannin County, Texas his entire life, farming wheat, sunflowers, soybeans, hay, corn, and runs cattle. The revenue he earns from the Pattern Phoenix solar project will ensure he and his family can continue farming the land where he was born and raised.
Local Communities
Whether through financial support of local service organizations who are improving their community, or economic benefits from added business during construction, Pattern directly engaged with community stakeholders to determine how they can best have a positive impact on the project communities.
Local Economy
New Mexico’s wind energy industry is creating economic benefits for farmers, ranchers, and communities across the state. Projects like Western Spirit are playing a key role in creating a brighter future for the state.