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Advantages: virtually zero pollution and little use of non-renewable resources (except, of course, for the manufacture of the equipment and maintenance). Disadvantage: output depends on the weather and is therefore not always available when needed; therefore, conventional sources of electricity are still needed as backups.
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∙ 13y agoIt minimises the fuel and electricity which would normally be used. The wind power just really createss natural energy!!!
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What is the environmental cost of using wind turbines?
Wind turbines generate energy using wind power. This does not affect the surrounding environment, therefore their environmental cost would be minimal.
Is wind harmful to the environment?
wind can help power our homes with electricity. It is good, because we are using an environmental-friendly source of electricity.
What are the environmental impacts of wind?
The wind helps spread seeds throughout the world. When the wind blows, the pollen in plants is easily spread as well.
Is wind energy cleaner than fossil fules?
Yes. But wind farms have environmental impacts, as birds and bats can be killed by rotating blades. Noise from wind farms can make them unsuitable for urban locations. See related links. The second link is an excellent review of the environmental impacts associated with wind farms.
What are apparent environmental impacts associated with this?
Wind power is blamed for several impacts on health and the environment:Claim: Wind power kills birds that fly into the blades of the turbines. Discussion: Some birds may die this way but no data is available, However bird deaths associated with windows on tall city buildings, home window collisions, car impacts, and free roaming domestic cats are calculated to be in the 100s of millions up to billions a year. Turbine related deaths are probably minimal compared to theseClaim: Wind power sites create subsonic noise that impacts people's health. Discussion: Not supported by actual scienceClaim: Turbine sites change wind speed and direction altering the climate. Discussion: Wind power sites are small in comparison to the Earth'a surface. Windenergy is shed or modified by trees, landforms, buildings and city heat islands effects and similar effects, The impact of turbines would be insignificantClaim: Wind power sites are ugly Discussion: A matter of taste. Smoke belchinf power plants have always been low on the artistic scale to many
Why is it beneficial to use wind power?
Wind power do not cause serious environmental effects.Moreover,it consumes no fuel and it does not produce any air pollution.
Bad things about wind power?
Wind power depends on using wind to make electricity.
Is wind power widely accepted?
It should be widely accepted as it has no environmental impact.
How can you generate power using a mini wind turbine?
To generate power using the mini wind turbine you will have to install a small wind turbine and connect it to the grid.
What environmental impact has wind done the the earth?
Wind power has several positive environmental impacts on the Earth. It is a clean and renewable source of energy that does not produce greenhouse gas emissions or air pollutants. Wind turbines also have a small land footprint compared to other energy sources and do not require water for operation. However, some concerns include noise pollution, bird and bat fatalities, and visual impact on landscapes.
How are wind power and hydroelectricity different?
Wind power refers to actually using the wind to create energy (think windmills). Hydro power refers to using currents and dams + turbines to generate energy.
How is energy generated using wind power?
Wind energy is generated by wind!! *gasp*
