Wind energy surge good news for state

 
By Scott Greene
Published: July 13, 2008

Oklahomans are feeling the impact of high oil and gas prices, but the future of wind power promises to improve Oklahoma 's energy outlook.

Nearly a decade ago, researchers at the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University set out to harness one of Oklahoma's most abundant natural resources — wind power. This foresight led to the creation of the Oklahoma Wind Power Initiative in 2000. Today, university...


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