PIMBY

Since the devestating hurricanes of 2005, wind energy has taken it's place amongst viable energy sources in the US. States including Colorado and Texas saw a multi-fold increase in businesses and consumers signing up to energy produced by wind. This tipping point, of course, was created by the spike in gas and coal fired plants due to the damage these hurricanes cost. Many stayed signed up, as power companies offered a fixed rate for a period of time, say, 10 years. Available wind-generated electricity reached 100%, creating waiting lists. Land owners were lining up to lease their non-productive property to wind farm manufacturers and installers.

Put It In My Back Yard (PIMBY) is the new battle cry in the energy war.

Every state has wind. Some more than others. It is up to leaders of the public and private sectors, as well as grassroot efforts of consumers and small business to continue the Wind of Change.

What are you doing today to be a catalyst?