The Chicago-based Invenergy recently outlined their $1.6 billion dollar plan to have up to 532 wind turbines, making them the soon-to-be the largest wind farm in the world. The project would be done gradually, adding 66 to 100 extra turbines every year on land leased from residents for $4000-$8000 per year. The combined 800 megawatts of power is planned to be rerouted through utility companies and given to Chicago residents and businesses. Open land, adequate wind and a transmission infrastructure are attracting projects in this area of the state, while the wind industry’s growth is largely fueled by a federal tax credit, according to the American Wind Energy Association.
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