The GE unit will join 1.5MW sister “Budweiser” installed in November 2011 at the facility.

Anheuser-Busch, part of Belgium’s AB InBev, says the second turbine will increase onsite alternative energy generation capacity to 4.1MW, or 30% of the brewery’s electricity needs.

“Increasing energy efficiency through wind reflects our commitment to reducing environmental impact while producing the best beers in the world,” says Tony Sanfillipo, general manager, Fairfield brewery.

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