The rotation of the blades cause the internal generator system to spin producing wind energy. This motion converts the rotational energy into electrical energy and moves down the shaft to a transformer where the energy is fully converted to electricity. Lastly, the electricity produced is distributed through a power grid where it is consumed by energy users in the area. Potential wind energy estimates could exceed energy needs for the USA nearly ten-fold.
To obtain the most wind energy, a large number of wind turbines should be placed in a close proximity where the wind is strong year round providing large amounts of wind power throughout the year. The strongest and constant winds are found off the coast of any continent, making offshore wind farms one of the most efficient, clean energy sources.
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