Wind Energy – Health & Environmental Benefits

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There are numerous ways in which wind energy can benefit your health as well as your environment. Some of these benefits include:

[B]An inexhaustible source of energy:[/B] Out of the 50 states, nearly 46 of them have wind resources that have a potential to be developed.


[B]Growth Potential:[/B] It is estimated that a proper development of just 10% of 10 of the windiest states can generate enough energy to displace emissions from coal-fired power plants.


[B]Reduced Emissions:[/B] Wind energy not only reduces the total US emissions of CO2 by 1/3 & world emissions by 4%, but also reduces the amount of smog & eliminates a prime source of acid rain.


Clean air is equally proportional to healthy air. This is especially beneficial for people suffering from respiratory disabilities.