USA Installs 50% Less in 2010 Than in 2009

Wind electric generating capacity additions declined by nearly half from 2009 to 2010 in the U.S., according to new information released by the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA).

Last year, a total of 5,115 MW of capacity was installed in the U.S., compared to 10,010 MW in 2009. AWEA now estimates the total installed wind capacity to be 40,180 MW.

Source: Offshore Wind