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Cover Story

Smoother Sailing For Project Finance Predicted This Year

Because the industry reached the bottom of the project finance cycle in the first quarter of 2009, the prospects for financing this year are promising.

Project Profile

Caribou Wind Park Built, Despite Tough Terrain

The Caribou Wind Park, located in the rugged Appalachian Mountains, is GDF SUEZ's first wind farm in New Brunswick and the province's first.

Spotlight

Getting Maritime Wind Projects Back On Track

New renewable energy targets in the Maritimes should spur development after a period of stagnant growth.

North Carolina Increases Wind Farm Efforts

With strong resources along its shores, North Carolina is hoping to change the way wind energy is viewed in the southeastern U.S.

Industry At Large

Reliability A Key Aspect Of Proposed R&D Funding

A plethora of funding has been allocated to wind farm research and development, but not everyone agrees on how the funds should be spent.

Assessing The Impacts Of Siting In Heavily Wooded Areas

Because of the way trees interact with wind, forestry presents many unique technical challenges of siting wind turbines in heavily wooded areas.

Marketplace

Exploring Cost Alternatives In Medium-Voltage Cabling

Copper-cladding wire and cable products are increasingly being used as a cost alternative in construction, which has significantly reduced theft.

Lighting Atop Turbines Comes Into Full View

Choosing the proper lighting equipment to comply with Federal Aviation Administration standards can save on maintenance, as well as operating costs.