Onshore Wind

Onshore wind technology involves the installation of wind turbines on land to harness the kinetic energy from the wind and convert it into electricity.

Reduces reliance on fossil fuels and decreases greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to global efforts against climate change.

Wind turbines consist of large blades connected to a generator. When wind blows, it turns the blades which spin a shaft in a generator, producing electrical power. This process is managed by advanced control systems that optimize performance based on wind conditions.

• fibreglass
• carbon fiber
• steel

Components are mass-produced with standardized designs; assembly involves precise fitting of blades, tower sections, and nacelles (enclosures housing the generator).

Site selection is crucial considering wind speed, topography, and environmental impact. Turbines are transported to site via road or rail, then assembled on a concrete foundation.

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kinetic energy

The energy possessed by an object due to its motion.

gearbox

A mechanical device that transfers rotational speed and torque between two shafts, often used in wind turbines to increase the generator's speed from the slower turbine rotation.

nacelle

The housing of a wind turbine's electrical and mechanical components, including the generator and gearbox.

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