Recent Xcel acquisition is an example of an important consideration when valuing wind revenue

The recently-announced acquisition by Xcel of a 200 MW project in ND confirms utilities remain interested in wind project ownership. The issues that arise in the case of utility ownership, however, may not be adequately addressed in a landowner’s lease/easement. If these issues are not adequately addressed in the lease/easement, then additional consideration may need to be given to the prospect of a utility purchase when valuing lease/easement revenue stream.

http://www.startribune.com/nd-regulators-approve-transfer-of-wind-project-to-xcel/322735031/