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Wind energy is one of the fastest-growing renewable energy sources, with massive turbines converting the kinetic energy of the wind into electricity. Used for centuries to power mills and pumps, modern wind farms are now producing a significant share of global electricity. Here are some key facts about wind energy.
- Wind power is the fastest-growing renewable energy source globally, contributing over 7% of global electricity in 2023.
- China is the world leader in wind energy, with more than one-third of the worldfs total installed wind capacity.
- The Gansu Wind Farm in China is one of the largest onshore wind farms, with a planned capacity of 20 GW.
- The worldfs largest offshore wind farm, Dogger Bank in the UK, will generate 3.6 GW when fully completed.
- Denmark generates over 50% of its electricity from wind energy, the highest percentage globally.
- The U.S. has more than 70,000 wind turbines operating across 40 states.
- Wind turbines can be as tall as skyscrapers, with rotor blades longer than a Boeing 747 wingspan.
- Texas leads the U.S. in wind energy production, surpassing many countries.
- Floating wind farms are being developed in deep-sea waters, with Scotland's Hywind as a leading project.
- Wind power creates minimal emissions and requires no water, making it highly sustainable.
- The global wind industry employs over 1.2 million people.
- Wind turbines typically have a lifespan of 20?25 years.
- China and the U.S. are investing in hybrid wind-solar farms to optimize renewable energy output.
- Wind energy costs have dropped by about 70% in the last decade, making it more competitive with fossil fuels.
- The Netherlands, famous for its historic windmills, now generates over 20% of its electricity from modern wind turbines.
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