Wind power is the use of wind to generate electricity. Wind turbines convert the kinetic energy in the wind into mechanical power. This mechanical power can then be used to generate electricity. Wind power is a renewable energy source and has been used for centuries for sailing and milling. Wind power is a viable option for generating electricity for homes and businesses.

Environmental News Bits

25.06.2024

Why US offshore wind power is struggling – the good, the bad and the opportunity – Environmental News Bits

The first U.S. offshore wind farm was built in 2016 off Rhode Island’s Block Island. AP Photo/Michael Dwyer by Christopher Niezrecki, UMass Lowell America’s first large-scale offshore wind farms began sending power to the Northeast in early 2024, but a wave of wind farm project cancellations and rising costs have left many people with doubts…

CleanTechnica Car Reviews

26.06.2024

LCOE of Solar & Wind Still Super Cheap — New Lazard Report - CleanTechnica

Sign up for daily news updates from CleanTechnica on email. Or follow us on Google News! Lazard recently released its latests analysis of LCOE (levelized cost of energy) for different power sources. As has been the case for the past several years, solar and wind power remain highly competitive (aka ... [continued]

Environmental Leader

02.07.2024

China under scrutiny again for lack of transparency

The previous month’s report, which included data from January to April, showed a decline in utilization for solar and wind power plants, while hydro and thermal plants saw increased usage.

Environmental News Bits

02.07.2024

Colorful blades and bubble curtains: How to design a wildlife-friendly wind turbine – Environmental News Bits

Read the full story at Fast Company. Wind turbines can harm animals like bats, birds, and sea creatures. But these design innovations are helping wind power and wildlife coexist.

Power Magazine

04.07.2024

Nearly 5 GW of New Offshore Wind Power Approved for the U.S. Northeast

Over the past week, the offshore wind power sector in the U.S. received two major federal approvals that could add nearly 5 GW to the grid. On July 1, the

Envirotec Magazine | Technolgy in the environment

11.07.2024

Labour lifts block on onshore wind projects in England | Envirotec

Wind power in Wales. The Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced on 8 July that the Government will reform the National Planning Policy Framework before the end ...

Energy Voice

11.07.2024

UK wind goals will be missed unless funding increased this month

The UK’s ambitious wind power goals won’t be achieved unless the government takes action this month to raise offshore subsidies, according to energy think

Energy Global Magazine

19.07.2024

Envision Energy launched joint venture with PIF and Vision Industries | Energy Global

Envision Energy has unveiled a strategic joint venture with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Vision Industries, with the aim to accelerate the wind power growth throughout the Middle East.

Energy & Sustainability Network

25.07.2024

Look out Li, Na and Fe want to beat your butt | Energy Central

Will sodium displace lithium as the key to high-density, long-lasting batteries to power smart phones, electric vehicles, and turn intermittent solar and wind power into dispatchable electricity? Are iron-air batteries heavyweights aimed at becoming serious contenders for the battery energy storage crown? Lithium’s strength is known. It is a muscular lightweight, the lightest