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Wind energy

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Wind energy

wind energyMoving air, turns the blades of large windmills or generators to make electricity, or to pump water out of the ground. A high wind speed is needed to power wind generators effectively. While wind generators don’t produce any greenhouse gas emissions, they may cause vibrations, noise and visual pollution.

 

 

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