I&M looking to buy more wind power

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Indiana Michigan Power is looking to add more wind power to the area. They are looking to buy up to 200 megawatts of wind energy in the area.

"I&M's request for new wind energy will help I&M continue to meet its goal of a diverse blend of generating resources, which currently includes hydro, nuclear, coal and wind," said President Paul Chodak in a written statement.

I&M currently buys 250 megawatts of power from several different wind farms.

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