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  • Browse Wind Energy Research and Development Projects

    The Wind Energy Technologies Office launched an interactive, state-by-state map highlighting their Research and Development portfolio. Browse through more than 200 projects, including offshore wind research and demonstration, grid integration studies, and environmental assessments funded through cooperative agreements with business, industry, and laboratories.

  • Wind Vision

    The new Wind Vision Report quantifies the economic, environmental, and social benefits of a robust wind energy future through 2050.

  • The Inside of a Wind Turbine

    See a detailed view of the inside of a wind turbine, its components, and learn about its functionality.

  • WINDExchange

    WINDExchange is a nationwide initiative to educate, engage, and enable critical stakeholders to make informed decisions about how wind energy contributes to the U.S. electricity supply.

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Wind Vision Arrow

As a follow up to the 2008 U.S. Department of Energy 20% Wind Energy by 2030 report, the new Wind Vision Report quantifies the economic, environmental, and social benefits of a robust wind energy future through 2050. The Wind Vision Report’s Study Scenario provides an overview of what wind related jobs, manufacturing competiveness, and resource savings could look like in 2020, 2030, and 2050.

WINDExchange Arrow

See wind-related publications, webinars, podcasts, groups, studies and ordinance on the WINDExchange website.

Wind Energy Basics Arrow

These pages provide basic information about wind power, including how wind energy works and the history of wind energy.

Wind Career Map Arrow

Chart your path among the wind industry’s broad range of occupations and learn about experience and skills expectations, wage information, and educational requirements. 

Frequently Asked Questions about Wind Energy Arrow

A list of frequently asked questions and answers about wind energy and the Wind Power Program.

Frequently Asked Questions about Small Wind Systems Arrow

A list of frequently asked questions and answers related to using a small wind energy system to power your home.

Multimedia Arrow

Browse photographs, videos, audio files, and animations from the Wind Program.

Related Links Arrow

Find information about wind power technologies, as well as current research and programs in this field.