August 19, 2008: Mayor Michael Bloomberg of New York City introduced an alternative energy plan for the city that included putting windmills on skyscrapers and bridges. During an alternative energy conference in Las Vegas, Bloomberg unveiled his plan, which also involved solar panels on the roofs of buildings and turbines near the Hudson and East Rivers.wcbstv.com: Blowin' In The Wind: Bloomberg's Green Energy Plan (August 20, 2008)
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"I think it would be a thing of beauty if, when Lady Liberty looks out on the horizon, she not only welcomes new immigrants but lights their way with a torch powered by an ocean wind farm." —Michael Bloomberg
Bloomberg Windmill Power Plan Blogs and Commentaries
- Blog and comments: Mayor Bloomberg Chasing Windmills - Literally
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Bloomberg is considering putting wind turbines on the windy coasts of Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island. Within ten years, they could generate 10% of the city's energyNY Times: Bloomberg Offers Windmill Power Plan (August 19, 2008)
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Companies are encouraged to submit proposals before September 19, 2008, on how to make the city more environmentally friendly before 2030wcbstv.com: Blowin' In The Wind: Bloomberg's Green Energy Plan (August 20, 2008)
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Bloomberg has 18 months left of his term
