Farmers benefit from wind energy

by | Jul 18, 2018 | 5 Ag Stories, News

Farms and businesses in rural America use a lot of energy. What is the latest on switching to clean energy, or non fossil fuel sources of power? A report from Colorado shows benefits and potential savings for farmers.

Clean energy presents an opportunity for savings and stability, and could also be a source of income for agricultural producers. Wind energy developments in Colorado are helping propel the nation?s agriculture sector forward into clean energy. A recent report from the Center for the New Energy Economy shows the benefits and potential savings for farmers. Policy analyst Francisca Pretorius says, for Colorado, agriculture is a big economic driver.

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