Bent Tree Wind Farm expansion

The Bent Tree Wind Farm began commercial operation in February 2011 and is located near Albert Lea in Freeborn County, Minnesota. The farm’s 122 turbines produce 201 megawatts of power, enough to power approximately 53,000 homes.

We are developing the Bent Tree North Wind Farm. Our plans include adding 120 megawatts of power. For more information, please contact Jerry Demmer (507) 369-6431.

The Bent Tree Wind Farm has generated over $5 million of tax revenue to Freeborn County and over $1.4 million of tax revenue to Hartland and Manchester Townships. Area landowners have received over $10 million in lease payments.

The Bent Tree North Wind Farm is expected to deliver more than $100 million in wages, benefits, taxes and landowner payments over the life of the project. Phase 2 is expected to create 200-250 new construction jobs in the community.

Wind energy reduces the use of traditional fossil fuels for energy generation. This creates a clean environment and clean energy future for the community.