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Midwest study finds wind and solar bring economic gains to rural areas
Original: Rural areas reap economic benefits from wind and solar projects, new Midwest study finds
A new study of the Midwest finds that rural communities hosting wind and solar projects are reaping economic benefits, according to coverage from multiple regional public radio outlets including Nebraska Public Media, Wisconsin Public Radio, KCUR, WGLT and Tri States Public Radio. The findings add to ongoing debates about renewable energy development in farm country, where projects often generate lease payments, tax revenue and local jobs.
Why now: The study is being widely reported across Midwest public media outlets, fueling discussion about renewable energy's impact on rural economies.
MidwestNebraska Public MediaWisconsin Public RadioKCURWGLT
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- Rural areas reap economic benefits from wind and solar projects, new Midwest study finds · Nebraska Public Media
- Rural areas reap economic benefits from wind and solar projects, new Midwest study finds · WPR
- Rural areas reap economic benefits from wind and solar projects, new Midwest study finds · KCUR
- Rural areas reap economic benefits from wind and solar projects, new Midwest study finds · WGLT
- Rural areas reap economic benefits from wind and solar projects, new Midwest study finds · Tri States Public Radio | TSPR | WIUM
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