Wind Energy

2. The system in a wind turbine that monitors conditions and adjusts its operation for safety and performance.
5. Energy that comes from natural sources that can be replaced over time, such as wind and sunlight.
7. Located on land.
10. How well energy is used or converted with minimal waste.
11. Gases in the atmosphere that trap heat and contribute to climate change.
13. A group of wind turbines located in the same area that work together to produce electricity.
14. Using resources in a way that meets today’s needs without harming future generations.

1. A machine that uses moving air to spin blades and generate electricity.
3. Energy that comes from moving air and can be used to produce electricity.
4. One of the long, curved parts of a wind turbine that catches the wind and helps it spin.
6. Unwanted or harmful sounds in the environment that can disturb people or animals.
8. A system of power lines and equipment that delivers electricity from where it is made to where it is used.
9. Located in the ocean or large bodies of water, away from land.
12. The careful use and protection of natural resources to prevent waste.