The Economy: Who Really Benefits?

Supporters of the Sidewinder H2 Project say it’ll boost the local economy—but when you take a closer look, the numbers don’t always add up. Yes, there may be a handful of temporary construction jobs. But long-term? These projects are often highly automated, and the permanent positions are few and far between. Meanwhile, the economic risks fall squarely on the community—not the developer.

What Happens to Property Values?

Would you buy land next to a hydrogen plant or wind turbine field? Many landowners are worried—and for good reason. Projects like this can lower property values, make it harder to sell land, and shift the rural character that brings people here in the first place.

Taxpayer Support, Private Gain

These kinds of projects often rely on federal subsidies, state incentives, and tax breaks—your tax dollars—while the profits go to out-of-state developers and investors. That’s not a local economic engine. That’s a giveaway.

Small Towns Left Holding the Bag

Local governments may end up paying for increased road maintenance, emergency services, or water infrastructure—without getting enough in return. Once the construction crews leave, it’s the community that’s left to deal with the long-term impacts.