Wind Energy

This report provides legal background on multiple aspects of wind energy development. It covers lease, power purchase, and “design, engineering, construction and turbine purchase” agreements. Federal, state, and local siting considerations, along with local permitting, is discussed (ch.3 - p.1). It discusses regulatory and siting considerations including wildlife, visual, and noise impacts, cultural resources, land use compatibility, local siting as it relates to federal environmental laws, and permit application timing considerations (ch.3 – pp.4-10).