Idaho Governor Brad Little voices opposition to wind mill project [Video]

TWIN FALLS, Idaho – A wind mill project in Idaho’s Magic Valley is facing strong headwinds, with Governor Brad Little voicing his opposition to the clean energy project.

The US Bureau of Land Management proposed Lava Ridge Windmill Project would help the Gem State become more energy independent, reduce its greenhouse gas emissions and generate an estimated 700 jobs over its three year construction period. Little argues that the costs outweigh the benefits.

“This project has garnered near unanimous opposition in Idaho, and yet, this administration seems dead set to push it forward,” Little said Tuesday.

Opposition to the project is split between two main camps. Some detractors argue that the project could impede airspace, while others cite the proximity of the proposed wind power field to a World War II era Japanese-American concentration camp.

Both US Congressman from Idaho and both US Senators have voiced their opposition to the measure, citing the importance of preserving rural life in Idaho and concerns from the Minidoka National Historic Site.

“The Biden …