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Westwood wind energy project built by enXco (now EDF Renewables), that became operational in the second half of 2007. The $385-million project is near

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Project history

''Apr 2006'' - Permit issued ''Jan 2007'' - Financing of project secured ''Sep 2007'' - Construction begins ''Oct 2007'' - Scheduled completion

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Fenton Wind Farm
{{Wind power in the United States Buildings and structures in Murray County, Minnesota Buildings and structures in Nobles County, Minnesota Energy infrastructure completed in 2007 Wind farms in Minnesota

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