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The Howard Wind Project is located in Steuben County, New York, primarily on farmland. Development of the project began in 2004 and operation commenced in 2011. It utilizes 27 REpower USA MM 92 turbines manufactured in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Each turbine has a nameplate rating of 2.05 megawatts. In total, the Howard Wind Project generates 55.35 megawatts of electricity at full load – enough to power the equivalent of 35,000 households.
Economic Benefits of The Howard Wind Project
• The Howard Wind Project will generate $85 million in payments over the 20-year life span of the project. This revenue will be distributed among the state, the
Town of Howard, Steuben County, and local schools.
• Goods and services of almost $2 million each year will be required to maintain and operate the Howard Wind Project.
• The daily operation requires seven full-time positions and several part-time positions needed for road maintenance, landscaping, and assist with additional
tasks throughout the year.
• Construction required over 200 workers, many drawn from the local labor pool.
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