wind turbines

Tall energy harvesters

Wind turbines are machines that convert wind energy into electricity.

Large three-bladed turbines mounted on tall towers now dominate wind farms across landscapes and offshore waters: The wind turbines visible from the highway generate enough power for thousands of homes.

Smaller turbines serve individual properties.

The spinning blades turn a generator, producing renewable energy without combustion or emissions.

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energy source type

wind turbinesnatural gas plants

Methane processing facilities

diesel generators · oil refineries · nuclear power plants · coal mines · solar panels

environmental impact and energy philosophy

wind turbinesoil refineries

Petroleum processing facilities

coal mines · diesel generators · dirty energy

energy generation mechanism

wind turbinescombustion engines

Fuel-igniting mechanical power sources

nuclear reactors · photovoltaic cells · fuel cells · steam boilers

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G