Community wind projects are owned by a variety of individuals including local small business owners, farmers, local organizations including schools and universities, as well as, rural electric cooperatives, municipal utilities, and religious institutions. Community wind refers to a specific type of ownership model, rather than size or production level, as projects can range from a single turbine to a commercial-scale wind farm. Their benefits are both intrinsic and far reaching as they allow communities with access to not only the power produced, but the value of exposure to wind energy.
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The Community Wind Toolbox from Windustry.org provides information on siting guidelines, permitting, tax incentives, and financing models for community wind projects.