40 industrial wind turbines are proposed for installation in Meredith, New York, sparking community concerns over unforeseen side effects and financial scams.
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40 industrial wind turbines are proposed for installation in Meredith, New York, sparking community concerns over unforeseen side effects and financial scams.
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Synopsis
In Meredith, New York, residents initially support a wind power project aimed at revitalizing their economy. As a developer proposes 40 industrial wind turbines, enthusiasm shifts to concern. Townspeople voice worries about unexpected side effects and potential financial scams linked to the wind farm. With wind development in the United States growing at an annual rate of 39%, Laura Israel's 'Windfall' addresses the challenges faced by communities like Meredith in their pursuit of renewable energy solutions.
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Why Watch
- See how Meredith's residents reacted to wind turbine proposals.
- Find out about the financial scams linked to wind farms.
- Meet key figures like T. Boone Pickens discussing energy.
Did You Know
- Wind development in the US is increasing at an annual rate of 39%.
- The film features notable figures like Bernie Sanders and Harry Reid.
- Meredith residents initially embraced wind power for economic reasons.
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What is the annual growth rate of wind development in the United States?
Wind development in the United States is surging at an annual rate of 39%.
How many industrial wind turbines are proposed for installation in Meredith, New York?
The proposal includes the installation of 40 industrial wind turbines in Meredith, New York.
Who directed the documentary 'Windfall'?
Laura Israel directed the documentary 'Windfall'.
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