Wind Energy

Let’s start with some simple definitions. First off, what is wind?

Wind is the movement of air, caused by the uneven heating of the Earth by the sun and the Earth’s own rotation. Winds range from light breezes to natural hazards such as hurricanes and tornadoes.¹

Now that we know that wind is essentially the movement of air, what is wind energy?

Wind energy is electricity created from the naturally flowing air in the Earth’s atmosphere. As a renewable resource that won’t get depleted through use, its impact on the environment and climate crisis is significantly smaller than burning fossil fuels.²

Sources:
1. https://www.nationalgeographic.org/encyclopedia/wind/
2. https://www.treehugger.com/what-is-wind-energy-5097217