We always hear a lot about the expense and difficulty of decommissioning nuclear power plants, but we seldom hear about the cost and difficulty of decommissioning wind mills, which only last half as long (if that much) as nuclear plants. Especially offshore wind, which is much more expensive to begin with. &nbsp;Here’s one estimate of the future problem:

We always hear a lot about the expense and difficulty of decommissioning nuclear power plants, but we seldom hear about the cost and difficulty of decommissioning wind mills, which only last half a…{ai:summary}<p>Wind mills may be a renewable energy source, but the cost and difficulty of decommissioning them is often overlooked. Offshore wind, in particular, poses a significant challenge in terms of both expense and lifespan. #economy</p>

The Daily Chart: Offshore and Out of Mind

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