Global Wind Day (15 June 2021)

 

Global Wind Day is a worldwide event that occurs annually on 15 June. It is a day for discovering wind energy, its power and the possibilities it holds to reshape our energy systems, decarbonise our economies and boost jobs and growth. Also known as World Wind Day. Apart from knowing and being familiar with its layman definition, wind energy is one of the many sustainable forms of energy that everyone is being encouraged to use. 

Man-made technologies are degrading the environment bit by bit. Global warming is causing climate change that is the consequence of the destruction we have caused. 

Therefore, in order to save whatever we can salvage, sustainable forms of energy such as water, wind, etc. become all the more necessary. 

Significance

This day is observed to raise awareness about wind energy and how its harnessed. Not only that, its benefits and workings are also looked at. According to WindEurope, onshore wind is now seen as the cheapest form of energy, especially in Europe. The usage of wind turbines has been beneficial in generating electricity as well. In many areas around the world, huge turbines in order to harness wind energy.

History

Global Wind Day was first inaugurated back in 2007 as 'Wind Day.' The current name was given only two years later in 2009. This day was the brainchild of the European Wind Energy Association that had 18 countries from the continent. Around 35,000 have taken part in it and more people become a part of this every year. 

Source: https://globalwindday.org/

https://www.timesnownews.com/the-buzz/article/world-wind-day-2021-history-significance-and-quotes/770593

Happy Global Wind Day!

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