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The Hidden Cost of Wind Energy: Doug Nelson’s 14-Year Investigation

Nebraska’s Doug Nelson joins Trent Loos on Rural Route to expose the hidden costs of Nebraska wind energy. After a 14-year investigation, Doug breaks down wind turbine economics, revealing how production tax credits create a 307% subsidy over wholesale electricity prices. Trent shares data showing Nebraska’s wind farms average just 5% of their 3,522-megawatt capacity. They examine how wind power drives up electricity rates, depends on grid backup power, and benefits wealthy investors and foreign corporations through complex tax structures. Doug explains how turbines may cut corn yields and questions why new projects still win approval as tax credits expire.

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