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Similar to how a young sunflower follows the sun to catch the light, wind turbines turn to face the wind to maximize the energy they produce. Although you probably haven’t noticed it happening, the ...

The blades of a wind turbine are typically designed to be replaced about every 20 years. This means that, as wind energy becomes more popular, more and more of these hulking fiberglass structures will ...

People interested in reducing their carbon footprint, along with their monthly energy costs, have an array of options to consider. One of them is wind power. If you've narrowed down your options and ...

After retirement, wind turbine components are typically recycled or placed in a landfill. The materials making up turbine blades are more difficult to recycle, posing a problem for sustainable ...