Illinois Wind

Across Illinois, people are interested in the prospect of wind power becoming a great source of renewable energy that would one day help reduce household electricity costs. The upfront costs, zoning requirements, and adequate wind for each site makes the expansion of this technology a cautious endeavor. Opportunities for advancement in wind farm construction have increased significantly, but developers are appropriately thorough.

Future wind farm sites will be built in Illinois, but wind provides only one part of a solution to provide cheaper, more sustainable electricity generation. The excitement and enthusiasm for alternative sources of energy is the foundation for coming years of responsible development and exploration.

Wind farm near Mendota, IL - Jennifer Zimmerman

Illinois wind facts, figures, and advice for homeowners looking to get their own small wind turbine:

http://www.illinoiswind.org/
http://www.awea.org/smallwind/illinois.html#Wind%20Resource%20Information
http://www.illinoiscleanenergy.org/
http://www.windustry.com/