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The article discusses the Competitive Renewable Energy Zone (CREZ) wind energy project in Texas, which is principally being managed by the Lone Star Transmission company. Topics include issues faced by Lone Star in executing the project, including land acquisition, legal hurdles, and proper project management. Details are provided about the project work, including the division of work along eleven county lines.

The article reviews the development of wind law in Texas. Governmental incentives that are driving the development of wind energy are elaborated. A discussion on select wind cases and statutes from other states as well an examination on the areas where case law is lacking are presented. The authors conclude that despite possible litigation issues, it is very likely that Texas state law and regulation will prove to be as hospitable and encouraging to the development of wind energy in the same way that it has been to oil and gas.

The article discusses changes in wind energy law and regulation in Texas. The author cites the Competitive Renewable Energy Zone (CREZ) legislation passed in 2005 by the Texas legislature as an example of wind-related statute, pushing for renewable sources of energy. It is suggested that Texas has become a leader in wind development because of the passage of a law instituting a Renewable Portfolio Standard.