The benefits of wind energy are vast and we’re going to take a look through them below.
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Source Of Green Energy
Wind is a natural source of energy which does not pollute the environment like coal, fossil fuels, or nuclear power. There is some amount of power used in the manufacturing and transportation of the turbines to create wind energy, but in comparison, it is much smaller than the electricity it produces which doesn’t generate any gases. Even so, some issues should be considered and those will be discussed in a section about disadvantages.
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The Enormous Potential Of Wind Power
There really is a tremendous amount of potential when it comes to the uses of wind power. Some studies estimate that it could produce as much as 400 terawatts of power worldwide. Currently, the cost of wind power is substantial, but the fact that it can be taken advantage of almost anywhere makes it a desirable source of energy.
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It Is Renewable
One of its biggest advantages is the fact that it is a source of energy that is renewable. Wind happens everywhere, and it is impossible to use it up. Wind on Earth is produced in part because of a natural process that originates on the Sun. If the Sun keeps shining, then the wind will keep blowing, and we can take advantage of that to produce renewable energy. Fossil fuel, on the other hand, is not renewable and yet it is what society mostly uses.
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Efficient Use Of Space
The largest made wind turbines can produce enough electricity to meet the needs of about 600 homes throughout the area where it’s being produced. Even though each turbine cannot be placed too close to one another, it is possible to use the land between them for other purposes. Farms will be able to make better use of this source of energy then they could by installing solar panels because the land in between the turbines is still usable.
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Its Use Is Growing Rapidly
Currently, the energy produced by wind power is pretty tiny, but it is growing by over 25% every year. This means that as time goes on and its use increases the cost will decrease. As the cost of producing wind power reduces, its availability will grow even more.
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Rapidly Decreasing Prices
The cost of this type of energy has reduced by 80% in the last few decades. Advancements in technology and the growing demand are all playing a part in decreasing prices. These price decreases are expected to continue well into the foreseeable future. Hence we’re seeing them everywhere – even Oman according to this post from Fircroft
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Cost Of Operating A Turbine Is Low
Almost all wind turbines have a low operational cost when they’re first erected. Unfortunately, however, not all turbines are made equally. This means that some will need more maintenance which drives their operating cost up. Even so, those that are well-made have a meager cost of operating.
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Great Potential Domestically
Soon, an average person will be able to produce their electricity using wind power just as they currently do by using solar panels. Throughout the country, there are about 40 states that already allow homeowners to get credit for the extra electricity they produce when using these types of technology. Generating electricity in this way not only helps save the planet but also reduces the cost of electricity and reduces your reliance on utility companies. It also can mean that you have a second energy source when blackouts occur.
