wind turbines
Coverage of wind turbines in the Nexus archive.
- How war in Myanmar is driving a deadly rare earth mining boom
The war in Myanmar, fueled by a 2021 military coup and subsequent economic collapse, has driven young people like Min to seek dangerous jobs in rare earth mining near the Chinese border. Hazardous working conditions, including fatal landslides, and environmental degradation have emerged as critical issues in Myanmar, the world's largest supplier of heavy rare earths used in both climate technologies and advanced weapons.
- UK's largest wind farm to be rebuilt with fewer, larger turbines
The UK's largest wind farm, Whitelee Windfarm, is set to be rebuilt with fewer and larger turbines after operating for about 20 years near Eaglesham. The existing facility is nearing the end of its operational life.
- ‘Overcapacity’ talk reflects a West irked by China’s industrial rise
The article discusses the Western concern over China's 'overcapacity' in clean energy production, highlighting Europe's contradictory stance on needing cheaper clean energy solutions while criticizing China's manufacturing of solar panels, wind turbines, and electric vehicles. Bruegel, a Brussels-based think tank, released a working paper examining how green infrastructure investments might address China's clean-energy overcapacity.
- China’s rare earth dominance highlights global supply chain vulnerabilities
China's control over rare earth processing and magnet manufacturing has created global supply chain vulnerabilities, affecting industries reliant on electric vehicles, wind turbines, electronics, and defense systems. Export restrictions and limited alternative capacity have prompted investments in new supply chains by the U.S., Europe, Japan, and Australia, though full independence will take years and significant resources.
- Are injuries from wind turbines common?
Injuries from wind turbines are not common, as collapses or blade failures are extremely rare. Wind power causes significantly fewer deaths per unit of electricity compared to fossil fuels.
- Iran War Fuels Interest in Renewables, Multilateral Lender Says
The Iran War has increased interest in renewable energy, according to a multilateral lender. Wind turbines in California are highlighted as an example of renewable energy development.
- Spanish households save €10 a month thanks to renewables expansion, report finds
Spanish households save €10 monthly on electricity due to wind and solar installations over five years, according to a report by Ember, a climate thinktank. The expansion of renewables has shielded Spain from fossil fuel price hikes linked to the Iran war.
- Scientists create global treasure map pointing to hidden rare earth deposits
Scientists have created a global map identifying locations of rare earth element deposits by analyzing volcanic rocks and seismic data. They found these metal-rich rocks form in the ancient, thick roots of continents, which are critical for materials used in smartphones, electric vehicles, and wind turbines.
- Ed Miliband's wind turbines and solar farms ARE bad for environment, Government privately admits
The UK Government has privately admitted that Ed Miliband's wind turbines and solar farms are bad for the environment. This admission contradicts public statements on renewable energy. The government's private stance may impact environmental policies.
- Shetland windfarm owner is paid £10million-a-year to turn off turbines during gale force winds - while people living in its shadow fork out for some of Britain's highest energy bills
A Shetland windfarm owner receives £10 million annually to shut down turbines during gale force winds, while local residents face some of Britain's highest energy bills. The situation highlights a disparity between corporate compensation for operational constraints and public energy costs.