As an emerging industry, questions and concerns often arise surrounding proposed and operating wind energy projects.

This information is designed to give answers to common concerns and frequently asked questions. Facts and figures from

independent sources were used to support the information.

ENVIRONMENTAL AND WILDLIFE IMPACT

Wind energy projects do not negatively impact the environment.


As with the construction of any man-made facility, wind projects do change the environment. However, the impact of wind power is much

less harmful to the environment than any other energy development. Wind turbines produce electricity with no air or water pollution and

generate no harmful waste. When wind energy is added to the electrical grid, less electricity is needed from other power plants, so they

burn less fuel. In addition, wind energy requires no mining or transporting, the way fossil fuels do. Disposing of mining and power plant

waste causes pollution and destroys animal and plant habitat.