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First Town In US To Become 100% Wind Powered

Posted by kdawson on from the can't-get-much-greener dept.

gundar99 writes "Rock Port Missouri, population 1,300, is the first 100% wind-powered city in the US. Loess Hill Wind Farm, with four 1.25-MW wind turbines, is estimated to generate 16 gigawatt hours (16 million kilowatt hours) of electricity annually. 13 gigawatt hours of electricity have historically been consumed annually by the residents and businesses of this town."

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  1. Re:But think of the birds... by rubycodez · · Score: 0, Troll

    ah yes, you've noticed one of the fine features of the today's advanced wind turbines. they grind birds into a rich fertile mulch, to increase appeal to the farmer market segment. Soon to be debuted for offshore tide turbines, to transform whales, baby seals and dolphins into a nutritious and beneficial chum.