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Why Wind?

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Currently, the majority of America's electricity comes from fossil fuels—fuels whose costs are unpredictable and rising—and demand for electricity is increasing every year. The burning of these fossil fuels such as coal and oil is also harmful to our health and to our environment, and contributes to greenhouse gases that result in global warming.

Clean, sustainable wind energy offers a solution to our electricity needs, without the burning of fossil fuels, building power plants, or relying on foreign sources for our fuel. By harnessing this natural resource, Prattsburgh Wind will provide a local, renewable energy source to New York. The project will reduce the emissions that lead to global warming and other environmental problems while also delivering a broad range of local economic benefits to the residents of Prattsburgh and Italy, New York.