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Alternative Energy From The Wind

Did you know that wind has potential for power?
It does not damage the environment plus its a
powerful source of alternative energy. It is
gaining popularity because other sources of fuel
damage the environment and also fuel prices
are now very high. When thinking of wind power
you may think about windmills, but wind can also
be turned into electricity. There are several
countries in Europe using this power.

Wind power is transformed into electricity by
using turbines. The blades turn generating an
electrical current which is then powered by a
generator. Almost 3% of the sun's energy can
be turned into wind energy. But the origin and
the use of it can be complex plus there are continuous variables that affect it’s
efficiency and usage long term.

The energy of wind can be used as a generator. Most generally, wind turbines
are grouped all together and in wind farms. The farms are located all across the
country and there are many in California. There are large ones which have 200
turbines and put out approximately 200-300 watts of electricity. There are other
countries in Europe that have used wind power successfully. Germany is one of
the world's leaders in harnessing wind power.

The location of wind energy is the most important element so it can reap the
most benefits. To be successful, they need be placed up as high as possible
such as mountains, they also need to be put within close proximity to each
other and most certainly, the speed of the wind matters. Experts are
experimenting with these variables so they can harness the most energy
efficiently.

Some points to consider are that the turbines tend to be quite noisy and will
scare away animal life. Another is cost, they are costly to make and to put in
place.

Wind energy has the potential to be a viable source of energy and is becoming
widely used. To be a practical energy source, scientists are recommending to
store up the energy.

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This could be done by increasing the output
of energy and storing the excess amounts in
a surplus. It’s usage could fluctuate, because
it should only be used when needed.

There would need to be cost comparisons to
assure that is cost effective. It can be stored
with storage known as flywheel that is hydro-
electric.

Experts are just now exploring the use of this
form of energy on a wide scale basis. There
are several countries that are way ahead of
us in this area and they include: China, Brazil,
United Kingdom, Spain, Canada and Denmark.
Denmark makes their own turbines. The US
has a very long way to go yet before they can
say that are using the power efficiently.