Quick Hit Josh Kalven Tuesday January 26th, 2010, 9:04am

How Close Is Too Close?

Like Wisconsin, Michigan is considering whether to allow the construction of offshore wind farms on its portion of Lake Michigan.  As the Muskegon News reports, the debate has now turned to the proximity of the turbines.  The closer they are to shore, the more of an eyesore they become.  But as you move them farther away, the cost magnifies.  How soon until we're having a similar debate here in Illinois?

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