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The path to responsible development

UPC Vermont Wind understands that it takes more than just a steady breeze for a wind farm to be successful. That’s why we take a rigorous scientific approach to exploring the role of a wind farm within each community. Sheffield Wind is no exception. We’ve undertaken a thorough multi-step process to ensure compliance with environmental standards.

  • Extensive Section 248 permit approval process administered by Vermont Public Service Board (PSB)
  • Includes detailed environmental component
  • Numerous studies conducted by UPC Wind over multi-year period to assess a wide range of factors:
    • Complete wildlife habitat assessment, including two year bird and bat study
    • Analysis of potential for neighboring landowners to be effected by sound
    • Stream and wetlands assessment
    • Economic analysis to determine impact on local and regional economies
    • Traffic and transportation study
    • Air quality impact study
    • Ground water impact study


Learn more

Final Order 8-8-07
Certificate of Public Good
Section 248 Petition and Supporting Materials
Rebuttal Testimony and Exhibits
Amended Petition 10-12-06
Sur-Surrebuttal Testimony
UPC's Hearing Exhibits