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The Buckeye Wind Farm is located in Champaign County, Ohio and involves the construction of a 125 MW wind farm spread across six townships. Located primarily on farmland, less than 52 acres will be taken out of agriculture production. It is expected to generate renewable energy sufficient to power the equivalent of 40,000 households. Construction is expected to begin in 2013 and the project is expected to be operational by the end of 2013.
Economic Benefits of the Buckeye Wind Project
• Approximately $20 million in payments to local governments and school districts over its lifetime
• Construction will require local labor and materials and is expected to have a $55 million impact on the region
• Approximately $1 million is local goods and services will be required for the yearly maintenance and operation of the project
• Operation and Maintenance will require six to eight full-time workers
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