The numerous community and state benefits recounted by John Irving in his history of the McNeil Wood-Chip Generating Station (BFP June 26, 2004) are certainly indicators of success . I have been a supporter of wood-fired electrical generation for Vermont since the plan was conceived.
However, a key fact missing is the cost of that power generation. The history of the plant, and any decision about future wood fired plants or other renewable sources, is incomplete without costs compared to power supply alternatives during McNeil's 20-year operation.
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