WIND POWER

HOW IT WORKS

• Wind turns the turbines blades.
• The blades turn a shaft.
• The shaft connects to a generator.
• The generator makes electricity.
• It travels to a transformer, to a substation, and then the grid.

USE IN HOMES

HOW IT COULD BE USED

• It can be used as a supplement to a primary source.
• Example: Nuclear, Geothermal, or Fossil Fuels
• It could be used in empty space where it wouldn't be an eyesore.
• There could be a lot because it's easy to make and renewable.

AFFECTS ON THE ENVIRONMENT

• Doesn't pollute air
• Kills small amount of birds
• May scare away wildlife because of noise

IS IT ACCEPTED TODAY?

PROS

• Low cost
• Clean and renewable energy
• Can be used almost anywhere
• Free once infrastructure is paid for
• Low carbon footprint

CONS

• Localized impact on weather
• Eyesore
• Wind isn't constant
• Kills small amounts of bats and birds