Wind

Turbines
An Alternative
Source of Energy
 Introduction of
wind turbine
*It is one of the earliest, sustainable, and efficient
energy resources .
*It uses wind energy which is created when the
atmosphere is heated unevenly by the sun.
*A wind turbine or referred to as a wind energy
converter, is a device that converts the wind’s
kinetic energy into electrical energy.
*Modern wind turbine is a result of design material
advancesmade during 1980’s to 90’s which enabled
wind turbines to become increasingly efficient.
 How does wind turbine
works?
*The energy in the wind turns the propeller-like
blades around a rotor. The pitch of the blades make
optimum use of the wind direction.
*Wind turbines convert kinetic energy
into mechanical power which can
possibly convert into electricity.
Advantages of Wind Turbines
in producing electricity
1. Wind power is renewable and abundant and there is no way
we can run out of it.
2. Wind energy is a green, eco-friendly and clean fuel energy
source. It does not pollute the environment.
3. It consumes less space than average power stations.
4..Wind power produced by these turbines are cost-effective
wherein it is the lowest-priced energy sources available
today.
5. Low maintenance
6.Increases energy security wherein we are helping to reduce
our dependency in fossil fuel alternatives.
7.Efficient and use to contributes to sustainable development.
 disadvantages of Wind Turbines in
producing electricity

1. Can be threat in birds if not planned where to build

properly.
2. Wind energy cannot be stored (unless batteries are
used) and sometimes it fluctuates.
3. Considering the capacity of wind strength in an area.
4. If not maintained properly it will generate noise
pollution .
5. High cost of installation
 Resources need for power
generation and distribution

Air/wind as it
main source of
energy
converted into
mechanical to
electric
production.