Teribus, I am not "putting words in your mouth." I am pointing out that, be it wind farms, power dams, solar panels, or ocean current turbines, there are ALWAYS those who, for reasons best known to themselves, oppose them as a "thoroughly bad idea."

But once they're up and running, and prove their worth, the argument dies, refuted by reality.

I'm sure Ogg gave Grmph a lot of static when Grmph invented the wheel. "What's it good for? No. It's a thoroughly bad idea!"

"Telegraph!?? What do we need a telegraph for? We have lots of messenger boys!" [Actual historical quote.]

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And Jim, I was pointing out that the Grand Coulee Dam provided employment at a time when it was sorely needed, right in the middle of the Great Depression. As to the maintenance of the wind farms, between those who complain that they require too much maintenance and those who complain that because of their low maintenance requirements they don't provide enough employment, I'll let you guys duke it out.

Don Firth