Germany has been deposed as the number one wind energy generator in the world by The United States. US wind producers had record year of growth in 2008 according to the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), . The country now has an installed wind turbines to produce over 21,000 MW, enough to supply renewable energy electricity to more than 5.5 million American homes.

According to Randall Swisher, the Executive Director of the AWEA, “Wind energy installations are well ahead of the curve for contributing 20% of the U.S. electric power supply by 2030 as envisioned by the U.S. Department of Energy.”

The most incredible part about this news, is that it was made under a government that was fairly lukewarm when it came to the idea of renewable energy, and while important legislation regarding renewable energy tax credits was stalled in congress. The next important milestone is for the US to achieve number one status of per capita installed wind power. Under the incoming administration this seems like a very achievable goal, one that could be achieved by the end of next year if the promises translate into actions.