Wind turbines help leverage the power of the wind and are integral in the shift to renewable energy. Here are some of the largest wind plants around the world
Thanks to the invention of the automatic wind turbine by Charles F Brush, wind farms have become a prominent source of electricity generation. They are seen as crucial machines for sustainability and a green powerhouse for the future of renewable energy. Governments all across continents have set up substantial wind farms in many vital geographical locations to generate electricity without any carbon emissions. On World Wind Day, we look at a few large wind farms in terms of installed capacity, as per market research and consultancy firm Blackridge Research and Consultancy, as of February 7, 2024.
Jiuquan Wind Power: Photo by Jiumei Danzeng/China News Service/VCG via Getty Images
Located on the outskirts of the Gobi Desert, Jiuquan Wind Power, also known as Gansu Wind Farm, is the largest wind farm of its kind. With an impressive installed capacity of 7.96 GW, the wind farm is home to 7000 wind turbines meticulously arranged in neat rows across the desert landscape.
Jaisalmer Wind Park, Photo by Hadi Zaher/Getty Images
Situated in the picturesque district of Jaisalmer, the largest wind park in India and the second largest in the world was developed by Suzlon Energy to cater to the needs of both public and private sector companies. This impressive facility boasts an installed capacity of 1064 MW and services esteemed clients such as Hindustan Petroleum Corporation, CLP India, and many more.
Alta Wind Farm, Photo: Visions of America/Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images