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Economic Benefits

Through Milford Wind, the town of Milford and Beaver and Millard counties can harness this clean and inexhaustible energy source to enhance the local economy and serve residents for many years to come.

  • Employment for Beaver and Millard County residents: Milford Wind will hire locally whenever possible, providing construction jobs and long-term operations and maintenance positions.
  • Additional income for landowners: Leasing land from area residents would provide additional income for landowners.
  • Increased use of local services: During construction and operation, the use of local goods and services will increase.
  • Reduced dependence on costly fossil fuels: Wind energy helps reduce dependence on costly fossil fuel imports.