Sangamon County could see first wind farm soon – Illinois Times

  The total project would eventually create 350 megawatts of electricity - is equivalent to about half of Springfield's power needs, according to UKA North America Project Developer Adam Wilson. A state law that took effect in January 2023, largely removing the ability of local governments to block or severely restrict the development of wind and solar projects that meet state guidelines, will make it easier for UKA to operate in Illinois, Wilson said.