An article in today’s Dispatch showcases a proposal called The Buckeye Wind Project that would install 70 wind turbines on 9,000 acres located 50 miles west of Columbus in Champaign County. The Ohio Power Siting Board will hold a public meeting on the project on October 28th at Triad High School in North Lewisburg to weigh the pros and cons of the proposed development.
According to their website, Buckeye Wind states that each turbine could provide enough power for 600-750 homes in Ohio, while also providing new construction, operational, and maintenance jobs. Concerns raised about the project include potential environmental impacts, proximity to the Urbana municipal airport, and the visible aesthetic impact it could have on the skyline for nearby residents. Each turbine would measure 492 feet tall.
The full Dispatch article can be found here.