Scheduling Wind Power

As wind power becomes more common, its unpredictability becomes more of a problem. Sudden drops in wind speed can send grid operators scrambling to cover the shortfall and even cause blackouts; unexpected surges can leave conventional power plants idling, incurring costs and spewing pollution to no purpose. Full Story »

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Jim Lang
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by Jim Lang - Oct. 1, 2008

Excellent, factual article citing the necessity of and advances being made in wind forecasting as the production of wind power increases.

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