September 04, 2019

As Wind Energy Thrives, So Does Its Waste Problem

While most of a turbine can be recycled or find a second life on another wind farm, researchers estimate the U.S. will have more than 720,000 tons of blade material to dispose of over the next 20 years, a figure that doesn’t include newer, taller, higher-capacity versions.

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September 11, 2015

Fullerton: Wind Most Cost-Effective Energy Source For Illinois

A recent paper from Don Fullerton with the University of Illinois IGPA argues that increasing wind energy is the best way for Illinois to lower its carbon emissions as required by the EPA by the year 2030.  Fullerton talked about his conclusions with Illinois Public Media's Brian Moline.

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February 26, 2015

Low-Carbon Bill Could Help Exelon Plants, Including Clinton

June 18, 2014

U.S. Offshore Wind Energy Area Would Nearly Double Under New Plan

April 10, 2014

IKEA Buying Hoopeston Wind Farm

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