A challenge gaining prominence throughout the planet is the increased need for \

Question

A challenge gaining prominence throughout the planet is the increased need for "green" or sustainable energy. In certain parts of the country, wind farms are a viable alternative to conventional energy sources. An average wind turbine (the device which converts rotational motion to electricity) has a maximum capacity of 2.00 MW. However, realistically the wind turbine never runs at full power. If a wind turbine runs at 27.4% capacity for 1.00 year, how much energy does the wind turbine generate? An average American household consumes 1.10

Explanation / Answer

2 MW = 2,000,000 W 24.7% of this is 494,000 W = 494 kW 1 yr = (365 d)(24 h/d) = 8760 h P = (494 kW)(8760 h) = 4,327,440 kWh

Related Questions

Navigate

• Browse (All)
• Browse A
• Subjects

---

---

Integrity-first tutoring: explanations and feedback only — we do not complete graded work. Learn more.