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Feb 04, 2016 11:59 AM EST

World's Largest Offshore Wind Farm Setup In Britain

Offshore wind company, Dong Energy will construct world's largest offshore wind farm in Northern England.

Jan 27, 2016 11:40 AM EST

Wind Energy Development Generates Health Concerns

Wind power may help save the environment, but it may be destroying some people's everyday lives. In a recent study, researchers examine the adverse effects of wind farms within communities.

Jan 27, 2016 09:23 AM EST

United States Could Mostly be Powered by Sun and Wind by 2030

Scientists have found that it's possible for the U.S. to be mostly sun and wind power by 2030.

Sep 08, 2015 09:11 AM EDT

Oceans are Key to Securing the Environment's Future: Human Population Flocks to the Coast

When it comes to saving the environment, understanding the world's oceans is crucial. Scientists have announced that a greater understanding of our oceans is essentially for the well being of the world's population.

Sep 02, 2015 06:09 PM EDT

Wind May Have Sculpted Massive Plateau with Dust

Wind can be a powerful, shaping force. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at how wind sculpted one of Earth's most spectacular features: China's Loess Plateau.

Jul 23, 2015 05:32 PM EDT

Drifting 'Windbots' May be Launched on Jupiter Mission by NASA

NASA may be sending a "windbot" to Jupiter.

Jun 09, 2015 12:13 PM EDT

New Plans to Convert the United States to 100 Percent Renewable Energy by 2050

There may be a way to convert 100 percent of the United States to renewable energy. Scientists have developed plans for each of the 50 states to outline how each can achieve this transition by 2050.

Feb 26, 2014 11:54 PM EST

Offshore Wind Farms Could Tame Hurricanes Before They Reach Land: Study

Computer simulations by Stanford's Mark Jacobson indicate huge offshore wind farms could significantly reduce wind speed and storm surge from major hurricanes, and thus preventing billions of dollars in damages.

Jan 28, 2014 09:45 PM EST

Active Power Control of Wind Turbines Can Improve Power Grid Reliability

Researchers have completed a comprehensive study to understand how wind power technology can assist the power grid by controlling the active power output being placed onto the system.