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Close-up of a wind turbine nacelle being lifted by a red and yellow crane for installation, with other wind turbines and green fields in the background.

First wind farm in North Carolina approved by state regulators

A wind farm with up to 45 turbines, planned for Chowan County in northeastern North Carolina, got final approval from state regulators Tuesd
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Chowan County Groups Awarded Timbermill Wind Community Grants

Apex Clean Energy is pleased to announce four worthy local organizations as the latest recipients of Timbermill Wind community grants.
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Group of smiling people standing on a baseball field holding a large check from Apex Clean Energy and Mas Tec for five thousand dollars made out to Boys and Girls Clubs of the Albemarle for the Timbermill Community Grant, with several raising their hands or giving thumbs up.

Timbermill Wind Gives Back to Chowan County Community Through Grant Program

Apex Clean Energy is excited to announce multiple Chowan County organizations as recipients of funding from our Community Grant Program
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Nighttime scene of a field with two large wind turbines, one with red warning lights on the blades, and a tall construction crane with a red light at the top and bright white lights at the base, a tree is visible between the crane and turbines under a cloudy sky.

Timbermill Wind turbines begin producing electricity (Chowan Herald)

Timbermill Wind reached a new milestone when its wind turbines began producing power for the first time on Dec. 12, 2024.
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A wind turbine stands above a field at dusk with an orange horizon, under a clear night sky filled with stars and a bright comet with a glowing tail.

Timbermill Lighting Update (January 2025)

We plan to apply with the FAA to install an Aircraft Detection Lighting System (ADLS) at Timbermill Wind. This.
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Eight people standing on a baseball field holding a large check for five thousand dollars made out to Edenton Farmers Market, dated 6-12-2025, from Apex Clean Energy and Timbermill Winds.

Timbermill Wind Energizes Regional Non-Profits Through Community Grant Awards

The grant awards, totaling $20,000, will help improve childhood nutrition, expand academic programs, and increase healthy food access.
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