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Jimmytowne t1_ja0qt2z wrote

Reply to What are the *specific* benefits we can anticipate from the wind farms off the coast? by 3kool5you

Nobody Alive today will see world peace in their lifetime. The mere thought of war increases the price of non reusable energy. It’s important to have wind, solar, geothermal and hydroelectric accessible to our state and nation.

Will our utilities bills get cut in half? Probably not, but they won’t double because two countries don’t like each other.

Some of the most beautiful places in the world Have wind turbines in their waters. NJ will get used to it

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valeofraritan t1_ja0q6jd wrote

Reply to What are the *specific* benefits we can anticipate from the wind farms off the coast? by 3kool5you

Other than slowing down the planet burning to a crisp, yes, but not overnight and people living closer to them will benefit more than someone in Sussex or Warren County. Atlantic City Electric's been using wind turbines for years, btw.

I've also read that there's a group in Texas behind the protests against wind energy in the Atlantic. They're active here, LI and in Rhode Island. Betting it's a fossil fuel backed group.

There's no evidence that the turbines have anything to do with the whale deaths. In fact, whale deaths off the coast have been going up steadily for years before this.

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WhileInternational41 t1_ja0o7n2 wrote

Reply to Gas consumption in Central Jersey by Technical-Car

$600 seems insanely high. Maybe need to reinsulate? Ours is $200-300 per month in winter with NJNG. ~2,700 square feet for 2 stories plus additional finished basement with heating. Gas also fuels gas fireplace, hot water heater, and stove. Usually keep thermostat at 70-71 during the day and 67-68 at night.

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