Is wind energy is it the wave of the future for New Mexico? Members of the Caprock Wind Project spoke about some of the hopes and obstacles for wind power. East of Tucumcari 80 gigantic wind turbines spin along the eastern New Mexico horizon. The turbines create a total of 80 megawatts of power and are the beginning of what could be the future of the state's energy. "They assume that one mega watt for the year could produce electricity for about 350 homes so 80 times 350 homes, yeah you could power a town," said James Phipps, with Caprock Wind Project. Rancher Bob Frost is one of many ranchers who is leasing his land to the wind energy project. He said the extra funds don't hurt, but that he's happy to be part of something that could positively impact the future. "This is something that will not just go from this generation to the next generation and it's clean," said Frost...moreVideo report at the link provided.
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We have joined our land in with the local consortium of wind power advocates. Trouble is, there is a party with no place to go. In other words no transmission lines to carry off the power. Maybe later? If nuclear comes on line first then the wind grid will be a thing of the past. Or if Arizona stops selling Calif. 25% of its electrical needs then our own costs might be reduced.LOL.
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