Harvesting A Natural Resource Wind Power
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Harnessing the Power of Wind: A Sustainable Solution
In today’s economy, where the demand for electricity and natural resources is ever-increasing, finding an affordable, renewable, and reliable energy source is like a breath of fresh air. Enter wind energy.
Modern wind turbines, as reported by the Department of Energy, have the capability to transform the winds across most U.S. states and coastal areas into reliable and clean electricity. Although wind power currently meets only a small fraction of our national energy needs, it stands as a vast domestic resource and is the fastest-growing energy supply technology.
The United States is blessed with abundant wind resources, both onshore and offshore, estimated to exceed 2,000 gigawatts (GW). To put this into perspective, installing 350 GW of wind capacity could supply around 20 percent of the nation’s present electricity demand, comparable to the output from nuclear or natural gas-fired generation.
Currently, America’s wind farms produce over 9,000 megawatts of electricity, powering more than two million households. Smaller wind systems supplement local utilities by generating on-site power, with the market expanding over 20 percent annually. But wind power offers much more than just competitive electricity. It provides:
- Economic growth in rural areas through project development
- Protection against fluctuating natural gas prices and reliance on imported resources
- Cost-effective solutions for clean air compliance for businesses and communities
- Strong partnerships with other domestic power industries like coal and nuclear
- A renewable method for producing hydrogen for transportation fuels
Wind energy, as a domestic source, enhances national security by reducing dependence on imported oil and natural gas. Additionally, unlike other electricity sources, wind turbines do not consume water. While irrigation and thermal electricity generation account for 77 percent of fresh water usage in the U.S., wind turbines use none, making wind energy an excellent option for drought-stricken rural communities.
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