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Argument: Wind energy relies on subsidies, but just like other energy sources

Issue Report: Wind energy

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“Wind energy myths”. Wind Powering America. May 2005 – 2 Wind energy requires a production tax credit (PTC) to achieve these economics. True, but every energy source receives significant federal subsidies; it is disingenuous to expect wind energy to compete in the marketplace without the incentives enjoyed by established technologies.3