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EPISODE · Mar 11, 2026 · 4 MIN

Why aren’t there wind turbines in Lake Michigan?

from Curious City · host WBEZ Chicago

Strong and consistent winds that sweep across Lake Michigan could provide significant electricity generation. But there are no wind turbines in the lake or any of the Great Lakes. This Curious City story is made possible through a partnership between WBEZ and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization.

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