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Environment ArticlesHave you heard about the 2012 perfect storm? How about galactic superwaves? These are only but two of the popular environment articles in this category. How will cap-and-trade affect wind energy?The "Cap and Trade" legislation, if passed, will only bolster the longevity of the wind industry. The cost efficiency of wind energyInnovation and growth in wind energy generation will ensure continuity in the trend of falling costs. Why is the government promoting wind energy?Due to economical, social, and environmental benefits that wind energy provides, the government is devoted to promoting wind energy in all possible ways. What is community based energy development?A Community Based Energy Development (C-BED) is a scheme which maximizes the use of local resources primarily for developing renewable energy projects. What are the visual impacts of wind farms?Wind turbines are large structures, however a cohesive turbine layout can alleviate the visual impacts of a wind farm. How much noise is generated by wind farms?Due to advancements in wind technology and mitigation efforts, wind turbine noise is less of an issue than ever before. What permitting issues do I need to consider when developing a wind farm?Vert simplifies the permitting process and ease the path for wind developers. How much wind power can be generated from a section of land?Factors such as geographical terrain and turbine size will impact the amount of land needed for a wind farm. What are the carbon offset benefits of a wind farm?Wind energy can provide a significant amount of carbon offsets as it encourages a much needed departure from fossil fuel usage. How many homes does a wind farm power?The size of a wind farm and its capacity factor can provide a good indication of how many homes a wind farm can power. How does a wind turbine generate electricity?A detailed look on how a wind turbine converts wind into electricity. What are the economic benefits to my local community if I own a wind farm?There are a number of ways in which local communities derive economic benefits by owning a wind farm. The difference between on-grid wind farms and off-grid wind farmsOff-grid and on-grid wind farms are two types of wind farming practices that ultimately determine how the electricity will be consumed. What is net metering and how does it work?Net metering is a policy that allows wind energy consumers to distribute excess power back to their utilities. How does wind energy generated in remote areas get transmitted to where it is actually used?Wind energy production undergoes several steps to finally allow households to consume the electricity.
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