Wind Power - GCSE Physics Definition

Wind power is a type of renewable energy that uses the wind to generate electricity. It works by using wind turbines, which are large machines with blades that spin when the wind blows. As the blades turn, they drive a generator that produces electricity which can be used in homes, schools, and businesses. Wind power is a clean source of energy because it does not produce pollution or greenhouse gases like burning fossil fuels does. However, wind turbines can damage habitats and be an eyesore on a natural landscape. They can also be intermittent because if there is no wind, then no electricity can be produced.