Wind Could Provide 25% or More Electricity for Most States

Nov. 8, 2011 - John Farrell - renewableenergyworld.com

At least 32 states can get 25 percent or more of their electricity from wind power within their own borders. This map is updated from a 2009 report by the Institute for Local Self-Reliance, Energy Self-Reliant States. Click the image for a larger version.

State Wind Power Potential (% of Electricity Sales)

The only updated figure from the 2009 release is Maryland, due to a new report on its offshore wind potential.