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Research and development of renewable energy has been ongoing in Ireland since 2004. Wind farms have been built in Cork, Donegal, Mayo and Antrim.

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Why are wind farms built in Northern Ireland?

As Ireland is on the west of Europe and the edge of the Atlantic Ocean, it gets a lot of wind, particularly along the west coast, so it is ideal for setting up wind turbines. There are many wind turbines around Ireland, with lots more planned.


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How do wind farms work?

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Are tornadoes found to be more prevalent near wind farms?

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Where is the best place in the UK for wind turbines?

Scotland & Northern Ireland.


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