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Which areas in Australia is wind energy used?
A number of areas in Australia have wind farms to generate wind power, which is then directed back into the community. A list of these places can be found at www.auswea.com.au/auswea/projects/projects.asp#existing
What are three ways that electricity is generated in the US?
Coal fired power plants, nuclear power plants, hydroelectric plants, wind generators and solar power plants can be found in the US. There are other types of power generating activities that can also be noted.
Where is wind found in Australia?
there's wind everywhere in the world
Does Australia use wind power?
Yes. As of 2012, there are 767 operational wind farms in Australia, and another 6785 proposed wind farms.
How do wind power plants work?
Wind power plants use wind turbines to convert the kinetic energy of the wind into mechanical power. The rotating blades of the turbine spin a generator, which produces electricity. This electricity is then fed into the power grid for distribution to homes and businesses.
What does wind power plant mean?
A wind power plant is a facility that uses wind turbines to convert wind energy into electrical power. These plants harness the natural force of the wind to generate clean, renewable electricity without producing greenhouse gas emissions. Wind power plants are a key component of the global transition to more sustainable energy sources.
Is wind power used in Australia?
yes it is used alot.
Name 3 ways that wind can be a helpful resource?
wind mill pollanisation wind power plants
How are wind turbines better than fossil fuel power plants?
The wind is free. And no pollution is created by a wind turbine.
Is solar power plant is better than wind power plant?
Yes, solar power plants are better than wind power plants. The reason is that wind power plants convert wind into electricity, but if there is no wind, wind power plants won't be able to do their job. Solar Power Plants use solar energy from our entire solar system. There is infinite solar energy in the solar system, so solar solar power plants are better. Solar and wind do not produce any real power in terms of our needs. Solar is the worst of the two by a small margin. Typical payback, in terms of energy used to create and maintain a solar panel is longer then the projected life of a panel. Winds worst issue is the needed fossil fuel plants running in the background. This power is completely wasted unless the wind stops or slows below the running speed of the turbine. Wind also stops generating power at speeds above 32 mph. The fossil fuel plant again will make up this loss. The better alternative is hydro then either of these that provide little or no power.
What is wind power replacing?
one of the things wind power is replacing water driven hydroturbines that generate electricity. Ultimately, if the proper power converters are produced, wind power can eliminate our need for petroleum based power plants.
Would wind be a good resource to use for Australia?
Yes. Wind power is already used successfully in many localities in Australia. As of 2012, there are 767 operational wind farms in Australia, and another 6785 proposed wind farms. See the related link below for more information on these wind farms.
