Wind energy is the most efficient renewable source of energy and here are the reasons why.
In the present scenario, where the pollution is at its peak, the alternative sources of energy are becoming a big deal. One of them is wind energy. Wind energy is said to be the oldest form of energy and today it has become the most efficient renewable source of energy. It could also be counted as the cheapest form of energy. Here are some reasons why wind energy could be said as the need for the future. Go through the reasons to learn more about wind energy:
Millions of people around the world as well as the Planet itself are suffering due to climate changes and the harmful gases that are released in the production of electric energy. Climate change could become worse in the upcoming years. To avoid this, there is a need of using renewable sources of energy and wind energy could be said as the best renewable source of energy.
Natural gases and coal are some of the fossil fuels that are limited and the energy produced through them is also limited. But there is no limit to the wind and no one could stop it as well. So, you can obtain wind energy without any limitations. Wind energy has a limitless supply which also does not cause any kind of harm to mankind as well as nature.
The installation of wind turbines could enhance local employment. Wind energy on the sea as well as the land provides many permanent job opportunities than that of any fossil fuel energy plant. It could also contribute to enhancing the economy.
Many people are of the view that wind turbines are expensive but they are not aware of the fact that wind energy does not cause any kind of contamination. The cost of contamination that is caused by the fossil fuel plant is much more than the wind energy plants. So, the overall expenses for the wind energy are very low. So, it could be said that it is not as expensive as you think.
It is seen that the residents living around the wind turbines are quite positive about the renewable energy resource. The fossil fuel plants cause contamination as well as pollution that leads to people’s sickness and even death. But the people residing near the wind turbines do not have to face any kind of health issue, in fact, they are healthier. The overall health impact of wind turbines is also very favorable.
Solar energy is also a good source of renewable energy but the amount of energy produced by the solar panels is comparatively less than that of the wind energy produced by turbines. A medium sized wind turbine could generate a lot of energy in comparison to the solar panel. So, this can be an alternative for the solar panels too.
Magen Buterbaugh is the President & CEO at Greene Tweed. Listen to her insights on her ambition to be a lawyer and how her math teacher suggested she consider chemical engineering. Now with several accolades to her name including being honored as one of the 2020 Most Outstanding Engineering Alumnus of Penn State and a Board Member of National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) she has never looked back.