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Wind FarmMichigan’s Upper Thumb is considered the wind capital for Great Lakes Wind Energy. It’s a topic that has divided many communities but is held as one of the many answers to climate change. We cover local news about wind and solar projects in Mid-Michigan and the Thumb.

Here are some of our Great Lakes Wind Energy posts from over the years.

Top 7 Greenest States in the US

May 30, 2022 by Betty White
greenest states in the US

Wondering which states in the US are most eco-friendly? Read this list of the top 7 greenest states in the US and find out now!

Categories Energy Tags Green Energy, Renewables Leave a comment

See How They Build a Wind Turbine in 5 Short Minutes

June 6, 2022May 28, 2022 by Michael Hardy
Industrial Wind Turbines at Sunrise

The folks at MidAmerican Energy put together this terrific video that shows the entire process of raising a wind turbine like those in Michigan’s Thumb. The video is a little over five minutes and includes factoids during the entire process.

Categories Energy, Wind Energy Tags Huron County, Wind Energy, Wind Farms, Wind Turbines Leave a comment

5 Intriguing Things to Know Before You Risk Solar Panel Installation In Michigan

May 19, 2022 by Maria Rhodes
Solar Installations in Michigan

Your home is one of the most incredible places to kickstart your environment-conscious journey with solar panel installation in Michigan.

We look at the risk and rewards of Michigan Solar Installs.

Categories Solar Energy Tags Michigan, Solar, Solar Power Leave a comment

Going Green: The Pros and Cons of Residential Solar Panel Installation

April 15, 2022 by Thumbwind Staff
Going Green

Are you thinking about going green and switching to solar energy? Here are the major pros and cons of solar panel installation.

Categories Solar Energy Tags Green Energy, Solar 2 Comments

10kW Solar Systems – 7 Questions You Would Be Crazy Not To Have Answered Before You Buy

March 8, 2022March 8, 2022 by Cindy Mikulski
Solar Install Complete In Snow

Installing 10kw solar systems is ideal for homes, small farms, and ranches. However, there are seven essential factors to recognize before investing in solar.

Categories Solar Energy Tags DIY, Renewable energy, Solar Kits, Solar Panels Leave a comment

Energy Generation from Waste: Always a Controversial Topic

February 14, 2022 by Diane Wong
Smokestacks

Energy generation from waste (waste-to-energy plants) has become a common practice recently; the topic, however, always sparks a lot of controversies.

Categories Energy Tags Climate Change, Incineration, Pollution, Waste Energy Leave a comment

10 Key Advantages of Wind Energy Investors Consider

March 30, 2022February 4, 2022 by Diane Wong
wind turbines

One of the primary advantages of wind energy production is the lack of pollution. This is the claim of wind energy proponents, and it is true as far as the energy-producing process goes.

Categories Wind Energy Tags Renewable energy, Wind Energy, Wind Farm, Wind Turbines Leave a comment

Offshore vs. onshore wind farms – 20 Points On Which Is Better

January 24, 2022 by Nataly Graham
Wind Turbine in Flowers

Offshore wind vs. Onshore wind farms is the issue of many arguments and discussions related to energy supplies. Learn which one is cheaper and simpler to install.

Categories Energy, Wind Energy Tags Wind Energy Leave a comment
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