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Wind Power Education Project

A joint project between the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), Pace University Energy Project, Citizens Campaign for the Environment (CCE), and New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG), the Wind Power Education Project seeks to educate New Yorkers about the environmental benefits of wind energy relative to conventional sources. Harnessing New York wind resources offers an opportunity to move towards energy independence while reducing the greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to global warming. Wind energy is a clean, emission-free, locally generated source of energy. Skyrocketing fuel costs, poor air quality, and multiple energy proposals that bind future generations to importing fossil fuels, such as liquefied natural gas, all illustrate that something needs to change! Wind energy has tremendous potential in the Northeast and benefits public health, our environment, the economy, and national security.

The environmental benefits of wind power are unparalleled. Wind power requires zero fuel and generates zero emissions. It is locally generated energy that contributes to better human health, reduces dependence on foreign oil, and helps to reverse some of the most serious environmental threats from acid rain and global warming. It truly is an investment in our future.

Adding fossil fuel generation to meet our energy needs is too costly for ratepayers, public health, and our environment. Elevated levels of asthma and respiratory problems persist throughout the Northeast. Investing in renewable energy, such as wind power, is a win-win. Over the next 20 years, ratepayers can look forward to cleaner energy production and enjoy stable wind power costs, unlike unpredictable and rising fossil fuel costs.

The clean energy revolution has already begun! A growing number of ratepayers and municipalities have made the switch to clean renewable energy, demonstrating a high demand for wind energy.

Further information about wind power:

Wind Energy Facts vs. Fiction (PDF format)

Frequently Asked Questions (PDF format)

Wind and Agriculture (PDF format)

Choosing Energy Wisely (PDF format)

Sight & Sound Wind Power (PDF format)

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