In fact, the upper Great Plains (Minn et al) has a relatively strong community windpower program.  I don't know the details, but it allows individual farmers and groups to own their own projects.  John Deere Capital has provided financing and turbine servicing, and i'm certain others are involved as well.  The program is being used as a model for other areas.

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