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[9 Mar 2009 | No Comment | 441 views]
Is wind power really green?

Examine the facts, then decide for yourself.
Denmark is the world’s most wind-intensive nation with more than 6,000 turbines generating 19% of its electricity. But consider this:

Not one fossil fuel power plant has been closed
50% more coal-generated electricity is needed to cover wind’s failings
Pollution and carbon dioxide emissions rose 36% in 2006 alone
Danish electricity costs are the highest in Europe

So what are the Danes saying about wind power now?

“Windmills are a mistake and economically make no sense.” – Neils Gram, Danish Federation of Industries
“Wind turbines do not reduce carbon dioxide emissions.” – …