Wind energy harnesses the blowing air to produce electricity. Sophisticated wind turbines, which convert the kinetic energy of wind into electrical power for homes, businesses, companies, and the grid, have replaced the old windmills.
The United States has doubled its wind power capacity by 30% annually, demonstrating the rapid technological advancements over the last ten years alone. The Earth’s geometry, orbit around the sun, and the differential heating of the Earth’s surface caused by solar radiation are the leading natural causes of wind.
As long as solar radiation continues to warm the Earth, wind will always be an unlimited, renewable resource. This expanding sector is also making its presence felt on the economy. There are currently 41 utility-scale wind farms operating in the nation, as the U.S. Department of Energy reports, and they are generating over 100,000 jobs, ranging from maintenance technicians to engineers and project developers.
Example of Wind Energy
The most familiar example of wind power is the wind turbine. It harnesses the energy of the wind through massive propeller-like blades. The most well-known type is a high tower with three long horizontal-axis blades rotating like a giant fan, though the blades can rotate vertically.
Posted by Abu Talha
With a background in science at the A-level, Abu Talha has studied subjects including physics, chemistry, mathematics, and biology. Along with his more than 1.5 years of experience in digital marketing, he is passionate about writing about electric vehicles, sustainable energy, and how emerging technologies are influencing the future.
