The phenomenon of 'wind theft' is emerging as numerous wind farms proliferate across Europe, as they extract energy from the air, slowing wind speeds around turbines. This wakes effect can extend significantly, affecting energy production and efficiency. Researchers in the UK are modeling future wind farmsâ impacts due to wind theft, emphasizing the need for strategic placement. Achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2030 will require triple the current wind energy capacity, highlighting the economic implications of crowded turbine sites and wake effects.
"Wind farms produce energy, and that energy is extracted from the air. And the extraction of energy from the air comes with a reduction of the wind speed."
"We have seen wake effects for years, and knew they happen... For the UK to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2030, we need to have three times more capacity than we have now."
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