Technological improvements and market demand have buoyed the sector against the Trump adminsitration’s attacks.
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Larger rotors and higher windmills made possible by technological advances have created windmills that generate more power. These advances, combined with state mandates for clean energy and existing tax policies, have made the sector attractive to investors. Industry experts predict continued growth in the sector and point to a backlog of projects in the planning phases or in process.
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