Wind Articles
Jimmy's article: http://www.yorknewstimes.com/news/wind-energy-development-should-be-a-priority/article_c5b986fa-fe54-11e6-8750-ffc7ca382643.html
Jimmy's summary: Nebraska is ranked number 4 when it comes to wind energy potential. Nebraska could produce enough energy from wind to power 511,000 average homes. However Nebraska is dragging behind its neighboring states in developing its wind energy resources. Legislation in Nebraska would soon remove the ability of landowners and communities to responsibly develop wind in a large part of our state. Developers and local officials need to work with community members to determine the best way to build projects to fit local needs.
Diane's article: http://www.windpowermonthly.com/article/1425155/investors-fear-trump-effect-global-wind-energy-costs
Diane's summary: President Donald Trump has been animosity towards wind energy. His hostility towards this clean energy has put the industry on edge, becoming a major topic of discussion at the summit. The US wind industry should keep a low profile on its dealings with the US president and focus on working with allies in Congress as questions swirl about the possible impact of tax reforms and border tariffs on the sector's cost structure. "The Trump Effect" is prompting deals to be structured to try to anticipate any changes, while investors are wrangling over who will bear the risk.
Marti's article: http://inhabitat.com/wind-energy-supplied-all-of-denmarks-power-needs-one-day-last-week/
Marti's summary: Denmark was able to provide 10 million European Union households all of its power through wind energy. On February 23rd, Denmark produced 27 GWh through offshore wind and 70 gigawatt-hours (GWh) through onshore wind. Back in 2015, Denmark was already greatly using wind energy and was able to produce five gigawatts (GW) of wind energy throughout the whole year. Ever since 2008, record breaking wind production was put out, except for 2016, when winds were lower than usual. This year started with a positive note with winds again picking up. In addition to Denmark, Germany and Ireland met 52% and 42% of its electricity needs through the use of wind. The entire European Union used wind energy for 19% of its electricity needs, which is a great number for the planet.
Tran's article: http://www.latimes.com/opinion/op-ed/la-oe-bryce-backlash-against-wind-energy-20170227-story.html
Tran's summary: The need for more wind and solar energy is creating many land-use conflicts in rural regions. According to a judge in Maryland, the possible benefits of a proposed 17-turbine project did not justify or offset subjecting the local community to the adverse impacts that will result from the wind project’s construction and operation. Therefore, rural residents are objecting to wind projects to protect their property values and viewsheds. Many people are fighting against wind projects, including people from New York, Ontario, and Maryland. They believe that these projects will have bad effects on their daily jobs, like fishing and tourism. As a result, many wind energy companies are trying to solve this problem.
Jimmy's summary: Nebraska is ranked number 4 when it comes to wind energy potential. Nebraska could produce enough energy from wind to power 511,000 average homes. However Nebraska is dragging behind its neighboring states in developing its wind energy resources. Legislation in Nebraska would soon remove the ability of landowners and communities to responsibly develop wind in a large part of our state. Developers and local officials need to work with community members to determine the best way to build projects to fit local needs.
Diane's article: http://www.windpowermonthly.com/article/1425155/investors-fear-trump-effect-global-wind-energy-costs
Diane's summary: President Donald Trump has been animosity towards wind energy. His hostility towards this clean energy has put the industry on edge, becoming a major topic of discussion at the summit. The US wind industry should keep a low profile on its dealings with the US president and focus on working with allies in Congress as questions swirl about the possible impact of tax reforms and border tariffs on the sector's cost structure. "The Trump Effect" is prompting deals to be structured to try to anticipate any changes, while investors are wrangling over who will bear the risk.
Marti's article: http://inhabitat.com/wind-energy-supplied-all-of-denmarks-power-needs-one-day-last-week/
Marti's summary: Denmark was able to provide 10 million European Union households all of its power through wind energy. On February 23rd, Denmark produced 27 GWh through offshore wind and 70 gigawatt-hours (GWh) through onshore wind. Back in 2015, Denmark was already greatly using wind energy and was able to produce five gigawatts (GW) of wind energy throughout the whole year. Ever since 2008, record breaking wind production was put out, except for 2016, when winds were lower than usual. This year started with a positive note with winds again picking up. In addition to Denmark, Germany and Ireland met 52% and 42% of its electricity needs through the use of wind. The entire European Union used wind energy for 19% of its electricity needs, which is a great number for the planet.
Tran's article: http://www.latimes.com/opinion/op-ed/la-oe-bryce-backlash-against-wind-energy-20170227-story.html
Tran's summary: The need for more wind and solar energy is creating many land-use conflicts in rural regions. According to a judge in Maryland, the possible benefits of a proposed 17-turbine project did not justify or offset subjecting the local community to the adverse impacts that will result from the wind project’s construction and operation. Therefore, rural residents are objecting to wind projects to protect their property values and viewsheds. Many people are fighting against wind projects, including people from New York, Ontario, and Maryland. They believe that these projects will have bad effects on their daily jobs, like fishing and tourism. As a result, many wind energy companies are trying to solve this problem.