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All renewable energy (except tidal and geothermal power), and even the energy in fossil fuels, ultimately comes from the sun. About 1–2% of the energy coming from the sun is converted into wind energy. This chapter explains the cause of wind flow and factors that affect the flow pattern. Understanding these is necessary for selecting proper locations for wind turbines.
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Wagner, HJ., Mathur, J. (2009). Wind: Origin and Local Effects. In: Introduction to Wind Energy Systems. Green Energy and Technology. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-02023-0_2
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