Wind Power as a Renewable Resource
The power of the wind can be harnessed to generate energy. While this technology seems new, harvesting wind energy has been around for a long time.
How wind energy works
Today’s wind turbines are more technologically advanced than windmills of the past, but the idea is the same. As wind blows past a turbine, it forms a pocket of low-pressure air underneath the three propeller-like blades, pulling the blade toward the lower air pressure through a process called lift. The lift turns the blades around a rotor, which spins a generator and generates electricity.
Technological advancements have led to greater efficiency in converting the wind’s energy into electricity, making it easy to see why wind energy in Texas is on the rise. It’s also one of the reasons why Gexa is proud to be part of NextEra Energy Resources, a world leader in renewable energy.
A better and cleaner Texas
- With several wind farms in Texas, NextEra Energy Resources is helping to make the electric grid a whole lot greener.
- Wind is a renewable resource that serves as an emissions-free way of generating energy.
- Ideal average wind speed for generating electricity is 25 to 35 mph; for safety reasons, wind turbines automatically shut off when winds exceed 55 mph.1
All Gexa plans are backed by 100% renewable energy. At Gexa, we believe you shouldn’t have to choose between caring for the environment and getting a great price on electricity. That’s why we are proud to offer plans that meet this growing need.
Make the choice that makes the difference
At Gexa, we know that investing in green energy is more than just talk. It’s good for the environment, your family and for Texas. Choosing renewable energy plans means all of us will be on our way to a cleaner, greener future.
1 NextEra Energy Resources Wind Energy https://www.nexteraenergyresources.com/company/environment.html
Gexa Energy purchases renewable energy credits (RECs) from renewable generation resources throughout North America to match 100% of the energy sold under your electric plan. The RECs Gexa purchases represent the renewable attributes of power generated from a variety of renewable energy sources, including, but not limited to, the sun, wind, geothermal, hydroelectric, wave or tidal energy, and biomass or biomass-based waste products, including landfill gas.