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Renewable energy option

WIND

The answer is WIND

Wind Energy Explained

Wind energy is one of the fastest-growing renewable energy sources worldwide. It harnesses the kinetic energy of moving air to generate electricity through wind turbines, providing a clean alternative to fossil fuels with zero emissions during operation.

How Wind Energy Works

  1. 1. Wind Capture: Large turbine blades rotate when wind passes over them
  2. 2. Mechanical Energy: Rotation turns a shaft connected to a generator
  3. 3. Electricity Generation: The generator converts mechanical energy to electrical energy
  4. 4. Power Distribution: Electricity is transmitted through power lines to homes and businesses

Types of Wind Energy

Onshore Wind:

  • • Land-based wind farms
  • • Lower installation costs
  • • Easier maintenance access
  • • Most common type globally

Offshore Wind:

  • • Ocean-based installations
  • • Stronger, more consistent winds
  • • Higher energy output
  • • Growing rapidly in Europe

Environmental Benefits

  • • Zero emissions: No greenhouse gases during operation
  • • Renewable resource: Wind is inexhaustible and naturally replenished
  • • Land efficiency: Turbines use minimal ground space
  • • Water conservation: Requires no water for operation

Global Wind Energy Facts

10%
of global electricity from wind
China
leads in wind capacity
$1.3T
invested globally by 2030

Why this clue works

"Renewable energy option" is a perfect clue for WIND because wind power is one of the most recognizable and widely adopted forms of renewable energy. Along with solar, wind represents the future of clean energy production and is increasingly visible in landscapes worldwide.

Crossword Strategy

Tip: When you see clues about renewable energy, think of the main sources: WIND, SOLAR, HYDRO, and GEOTHERMAL. Four-letter answers often point to WIND or COAL (though coal isn't renewable).

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