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8% of global electricity is generated from Wind

8.03 % Share of global electricity
11 gCO2eq/kWh Carbon Intensity

Wind energy is a form of clean, low-carbon energy that harnesses the power of the natural wind currents in our atmosphere. This type of energy, in tandem with other low-carbon sources like solar and nuclear, forms a pivotal front in the global fight against climate change and air pollution. Wind energy, as beautifully simplistic as it is, harnesses an abundant and renewable source of power that contributes significantly to the global mix of green energy.

To convert wind into electricity, wind turbines are utilized. These large structures capture the kinetic energy of the wind using aerodynamic blades that spin as the wind passes across them. The spinning motion is transferred into a generator within the turbine where it is converted into electrical energy. This sustainable method of producing electricity leaves virtually no carbon footprint, unlike fossil fuel energy sources like coal and gas. Its carbon intensity is extremely low, averaging just 11 gCO2eq/kWh, underlining the environmental-friendly nature of wind power.

One of the significant advantages of wind energy is its contribution to the global electricity supply. As of now, wind energy is generating 8.03% of all electricity consumed globally, showing the technology's broad adoption and potential. Coupled with other low-carbon technology such as nuclear and solar energy, which also have low emission levels, the potential for a more sustainable and greener future is profoundly tangible.

The potential and success of wind energy is further underlined by the adoption rates in several countries. In Denmark, a remarkable 59% of electricity is generated from the wind, showcasing the country's solid commitment to harnessing this green energy source. In Sweden and Finland, the figures stand at 22% and 18% respectively, underlining the fact that wind energy is a crucial element in these countries' energy strategies. Similarly, in Norway and Ireland, wind energy contributes 9% and 35% to their total electricity generation. These impressive figures spotlight the growing tendency towards low-carbon, clean energy alternatives like wind energy, alongside nuclear and solar, as we strive towards a more sustainable planet.

Country/Region Watts / person % TWh
Denmark 378.8 W 59.4% 19.4 TWh
Sweden 372.8 W 22.0% 34.2 TWh
Norway 293.6 W 9.1% 13.9 TWh
Finland 289.3 W 18.2% 14.0 TWh
Ireland 272.5 W 35.3% 11.9 TWh
Germany 194.7 W 30.2% 142.3 TWh
Netherlands 189.3 W 24.1% 29.0 TWh
Uruguay 157.6 W 39.8% 4.7 TWh
Aruba 150.0 W 15.1% 0.1 TWh
Spain 146.8 W 23.5% 61.1 TWh
Curaçao 144.6 W 27.0% 0.2 TWh
United States 143.8 W 9.9% 424.5 TWh
Portugal 143.7 W 22.4% 13.0 TWh
Australia 141.6 W 12.3% 32.2 TWh
United Kingdom 139.8 W 27.8% 82.4 TWh
Belgium 139.3 W 17.4% 14.2 TWh
EU 119.6 W 18.4% 466.1 TWh
Canada 112.8 W 6.1% 37.7 TWh
Faroe Islands 107.9 W 11.9% 0.1 TWh
Austria 105.8 W 12.8% 8.3 TWh
Greece 103.0 W 20.5% 9.4 TWh
Lithuania 98.7 W 18.0% 2.4 TWh
Luxembourg 87.0 W 10.3% 0.5 TWh
France 83.0 W 9.7% 46.9 TWh
New Zealand 79.5 W 8.3% 3.6 TWh
People's Republic of China 77.2 W 10.6% 964.4 TWh
Croatia 71.2 W 14.0% 2.5 TWh
Estonia 69.2 W 10.1% 0.8 TWh
Poland 66.0 W 14.1% 22.1 TWh
Chile 60.4 W 11.4% 10.3 TWh
Montenegro 56.3 W 8.5% 0.3 TWh
Brazil 50.3 W 13.7% 94.4 TWh
Turkey 45.5 W 10.8% 33.8 TWh
Italy 44.9 W 8.2% 23.3 TWh
Romania 44.0 W 13.2% 7.5 TWh
Argentina 36.1 W 11.0% 14.3 TWh
The World 32.9 W 8.0% 2278.4 TWh
Costa Rica 32.3 W 11.9% 1.5 TWh
Republic of China (Taiwan) 29.7 W 2.2% 6.2 TWh
Mongolia 25.2 W 9.0% 0.7 TWh
Bulgaria 24.8 W 3.8% 1.5 TWh
St. Kitts & Nevis 24.0 W 4.5% 0.0 TWh
New Caledonia 23.8 W 1.8% 0.1 TWh
Kazakhstan 22.5 W 3.4% 3.8 TWh
South Africa 22.3 W 5.2% 11.6 TWh
Mexico 19.2 W 5.2% 21.3 TWh
Cyprus 19.1 W 4.1% 0.2 TWh
Morocco 19.0 W 15.4% 6.2 TWh
Panama 17.3 W 5.9% 0.7 TWh
Jordan 16.1 W 7.1% 1.6 TWh
Latvia 15.4 W 3.8% 0.3 TWh
Serbia 14.5 W 2.7% 0.9 TWh
Guadeloupe 14.2 W 2.9% 0.1 TWh
Dominican Republic 13.2 W 7.3% 1.3 TWh
Vietnam 12.3 W 3.8% 10.5 TWh
Jamaica 12.1 W 6.9% 0.3 TWh
Cape Verde 11.6 W 13.3% 0.1 TWh
Seychelles 10.7 W 1.5% 0.0 TWh
Nicaragua 10.5 W 10.5% 0.6 TWh
Japan 9.3 W 1.0% 10.1 TWh
Honduras 8.9 W 6.7% 0.8 TWh
Peru 7.9 W 3.8% 2.3 TWh
Czechia 7.7 W 1.0% 0.7 TWh
India 7.5 W 5.2% 92.8 TWh
South Korea 7.5 W 0.6% 3.4 TWh
Hungary 7.3 W 1.5% 0.6 TWh
Thailand 5.8 W 1.7% 3.6 TWh
Puerto Rico 5.6 W 0.9% 0.2 TWh
North Macedonia 5.5 W 1.5% 0.1 TWh
Bosnia & Herzegovina 5.1 W 1.1% 0.1 TWh
Bolivia 4.6 W 4.3% 0.5 TWh
Egypt 4.4 W 2.0% 4.2 TWh
Kenya 4.3 W 15.0% 2.0 TWh
Mauritania 3.7 W 7.2% 0.1 TWh
Georgia 3.6 W 0.8% 0.1 TWh
Russia 3.4 W 0.4% 4.4 TWh
Ukraine 3.2 W 1.1% 1.2 TWh
Tunisia 3.1 W 1.7% 0.3 TWh
Oman 3.0 W 0.3% 0.1 TWh
Sri Lanka 2.6 W 2.9% 0.5 TWh
Israel 2.4 W 0.3% 0.2 TWh
Belarus 2.3 W 0.4% 0.2 TWh
Iceland 2.2 W 0.0% 0.0 TWh
Switzerland 2.2 W 0.4% 0.2 TWh
Pakistan 2.2 W 3.4% 4.4 TWh
Guatemala 2.1 W 2.2% 0.3 TWh
Mauritius 1.8 W 0.7% 0.0 TWh
Senegal 1.7 W 4.2% 0.3 TWh
Moldova 1.4 W 0.7% 0.0 TWh
Ecuador 1.3 W 0.6% 0.2 TWh
Réunion 1.3 W 0.3% 0.0 TWh
Philippines 1.3 W 1.1% 1.3 TWh
Azerbaijan 1.0 W 0.3% 0.1 TWh
Namibia 0.9 W 0.5% 0.0 TWh
Ethiopia 0.6 W 4.2% 0.6 TWh
El Salvador 0.4 W 0.2% 0.0 TWh
Slovenia 0.2 W 0.0% 0.0 TWh
Lebanon 0.2 W 0.0% 0.0 TWh
Cuba 0.2 W 0.1% 0.0 TWh
Indonesia 0.2 W 0.1% 0.4 TWh
Colombia 0.1 W 0.1% 0.0 TWh
Slovakia 0.1 W 0.0% 0.0 TWh
Venezuela 0.1 W 0.0% 0.0 TWh
Somalia 0.1 W 2.4% 0.0 TWh
Chad 0.1 W 3.2% 0.0 TWh
Nepal 0.0 W 0.1% 0.0 TWh
Algeria 0.0 W 0.0% 0.0 TWh
Saudi Arabia 0.0 W 0.0% 0.0 TWh
Trinidad & Tobago 0.0 W 0.0% 0.0 TWh
United Arab Emirates 0.0 W 0.0% 0.0 TWh
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