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Wind Power

Description

Wind Energy changes and moving air into wind energy.

The Production of Power from Wind Energy
Step One: The wind blows.
Step Two:The Wind turns the turbine (windmill)

Step Three: The turbine turns the generator.
Step Four: The generator makes electricity.



Advantage of Wind Power

 

Disadvantages of Wind Power

 
  • it is considered free
  • it is unpredtictable
  • it won't run out
  • the wind might not be strong enough some days
  • it will work all year round
  • may change with seasons

    • - This type of power is used in Pincher Creek, Alberta and it is the head company for wind power in Canada. - Wind power is also used in West Point, Prince Edward Island. This is the only wind power plant on Prince Edward Island.

    Bibliography

    "Renewable Energy Made Simple" By South West Wind Power available at www.windenergy.com

    Wind Power Inc. available at www.windpower.ca

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