Strong winds make Muskegon wastewater site prime spot for turbines

The Muskegon Chronicle reports the wastewater site might be a perfect fit for wind-energy developers.

According to excerpts from the story:

 Muskegon County officials are preparing to seek proposals from wind-energy developers interested in erecting large, commercial wind turbines on the county's 11,000-acre wastewater site.

Citing the strong winds that blow across the property in Egelston and Moorland townships and its lack of nearby neighbors, officials have said they believe it is a prime spot for turbines. A mobile wind-test unit, purchased by the county, has gathered wind-speed data on the site, and the early findings show favorable winds for turbines.

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