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Why is Wind Energy Important?

Wind energy is one of the most affordable and clean renewable resources. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, wind power is one of the lowest-priced renewable energy sources available, costing between four and six cents per kilowatt-hour.

In 2015, the United States generated around 4 trilion kilowatt-hours of electricity (U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA)). With an increase of personal and residential electrical products, there has been a significant growth in energy consumption by Americans.

Over half of electricity generated is from fossil fuels, which accounts for 84% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions (EIA, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)). Both environmental and economic factors have promoted more sustainable methods of energy production. Today, the United States stands as a global leader in wind energy production. As a clean, renewable source of electricity, the wind industry in the U.S. generates more than $100 billion in private investment with minimal environmental impact ( American Wind Energy Association (AWEA)).

Wind Power (NOVA Video)


The American Wind Energy Association

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