Texas makes wind power work as 10% of the electricity generated in Texas comes from wind turbines.
Yes, wind power contributes to the net energy grid. However, in order to get that 10% you mention, the wind farm is over built by probably 80% capacity. Meaning if one turbine could produce that 10%, they built 8, since wind is so variable. So, for the price of 8 you the net effect of one. Hmmm. Someone is making a killing at consumer’s expense.
Also, if that wind power concern is contracted to the power supplier for that 10% worth of megawatts, they also likely have an equivalent onsite or near site NG or diesel generator unit- else they charged for the net loss they are causing.....
See the pea? Now tell me which shell it is under?
Good for Texas, the state who has received by for the most government subsidies for wind power! Texas once again receives the Fireman15 award for Crony Capitalism at its finest. Not one of the politically connected boondoggles would have been viable without a massive amount of tax payer funds being funneled into them.
Seen 6 more “blades” roll thru town on Friday.
From Amarillo north, its nothing but cows, corn and windmills. Up here is Ks the August swelter is the only time the windmills arent turning full time.
...and they contribute real beauty to the countryside.