How could renewable energy possibly benefit America’s traditional farmers? How does the average young person in middle America see themselves fitting into a “sustainable lifestyle”? Just ask anyone in the 760 person town of Trimont, Minnesota. Approximately 67 Wind Turbines have been generating not only energy throughout the state but also millions in revenue for the local government since 2005, and more importantly, jobs for the residents.
Wind Turbine Tech - Jake Hansen
In rural areas with little prospects for growth, young people like 20 year old Jake Hanson are eager to jump at the chance to learn something new in the Green Collar job market. Jake recently purchased his first home after only 2 years in the field of wind technology. Now, hundreds of students are enrolled in a vocational wind program at the local community college. Needless to say, the benefits of this type of environmental awareness are ten fold.
Prior to the Prius invasion and before everyone started screaming for all things green, a small group of farmers smelled the winds of change and decided to take action. This Minnesota town has set the stage and is now a model for small communities looking to subsidize their incomes and educate their youth in the future of sustainable energy. Check out this incredible article from ABC News: Farmers on the Cutting Edge of Energy
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