Mr. H.
Diamond Member
U.S. Wind Industry Sees Hugh Growth At End Of 2012 | Earthtechling
Wind generators provided the largest share of additions to total U.S. electric generation capacity in 2012, just as it did in 2008 and 2009. The 2012 addition of 12,620 MW is the highest annual wind capacity installment ever reported to EIA. Wind capacity additions accounted for more than 45% of total 2012 capacity additions and exceeded capacity additions from any other fuel source, including natural gas (which led capacity additions in 2000-07, 2010, and 2011).
Bet wind is top in 2013 as well.
Our County Board voted against Ameren constructing a new high voltage transmission line running west-to-east across Illinois. The primary purpose of its construction is due to mandated alternative (wind) energy production goals. It is expected that hundreds of wind turbines will be constructed within Illinois' "wind belt". The objection stems from concern over eminent domain issues.
Our City Council voted to aggregate electricy purchases, choosing 100% renewable-sourced electricity, resulting in the highest rate available. When I called them on it, I was given a song and dance that boiled down to politics.
Go figger.