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Wind Energy Basics

Learn the basics about wind energy (also called wind power):

  • How wind turbines work
  • How distributed wind works
  • Advantages and challenges of its use
  • Wind energy use throughout history
  • U.S. wind energy resource potential
  • Current research and development

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Content Last Updated: 05/02/2013