9 advantages of wind energy
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It’s green and clean
Wind power generates electricity without producing any harmful emissions or greenhouse gases. It’s a clean and renewable energy source, which means that it doesn’t contribute to climate change or air pollution.
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It’s cost effective
The cost of wind energy has been decreasing rapidly over the past decade, and it’s now one of the most cost-effective sources of electricity in many parts of the world.
As technology continues to improve, the cost of wind energy is likely to become even more competitive.
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It’s an abundant resource
Wind is abundant in many regions of the world. According to the International Energy Agency, wind power could provide up to 18 times the current global electricity demand. This means that wind power has the potential to meet a significant portion of the world’s energy needs.
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It provides flexibility
Wind power is a flexible source of energy that can be integrated with other renewable sources such as solar and hydroelectric power. This allows for a more reliable and resilient energy system.
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The operation costs are low
Once wind turbines are installed, they require very little ongoing maintenance and have low operating costs compared to other energy sources.
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There’s no water contamination
Unlike some other energy sources, such as nuclear or fossil fuels, wind power doesn’t require water for its operation. This means that it doesn’t contribute to water pollution or the depletion of water resources.
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It uses space efficiently
Wind turbines can be installed on land or offshore and don’t require a lot of space compared to other forms of energy production. Additionally, the land beneath and around wind turbines can often still be used for farming or other purposes.
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It creates good jobs
The growth of wind power has the potential to create new jobs in manufacturing, installation, and maintenance. This can provide a boost to local economies and support the transition to a more sustainable energy system.
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It advances the Global Goals
Wind energy is closely related to several of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) established by the United Nations in 2015. These Global Goals are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity.
Wind energy can help achieve several of the SDGs by providing clean and affordable energy, contributing to climate action, creating new jobs, and driving innovation and infrastructure development.
The advantages of wind energy are many, and they vastly outweigh the few disadvantages – such as noise and disturbing certain types of wildlife. One important aspect of avoiding problems surrounding wind power, is to ensure that the people living close to them are involved in the planning process, and – best of all – have some kind of ownership.
Global Goals advantages of wind energy
Wind energy advances several of the SDGs by providing clean and affordable energy, contributing to climate action, creating new jobs, and driving innovation and infrastructure development.
Affordable and clean energy
Wind energy is a clean and renewable energy source that can help to meet the world’s increasing energy needs in a sustainable and affordable way. This can contribute to achieving SDG 7, which aims to ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all.
Decent work & economic growth
Wind energy has the potential to create new jobs in manufacturing, installation, and maintenance. This can contribute to achieving SDG 8, which aims to promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all.
Industry, innovation & infrastructure
Wind energy is a rapidly growing industry that requires innovation and infrastructure development. This can contribute to achieving SDG 9, which aims to build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization, and foster innovation.
Climate Action
Wind energy can play a significant role in mitigating climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and decreasing our reliance on fossil fuels. This can contribute to achieving SDG 13, which aims to take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts.
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