1. The initial cost to implement wind turbines is very high. But we can assure you that within the years to come it will definitely be worth it!
2. Wind turbines occupy a huge amount of space and is considered to destroy the landscape. They are positioned high up in the air and can be a threat to wildlife nearby such as birds. They are also positioned deep within the earth which poses a threat to underground habitats.
3. Wind turbines create a lot of noise. For this reason, wind farms are located in remote areas where few are affected by this.
4. The turbines require a minimum wind speed for operation which turns the blades. If this speed is too low, the blades will not rotate and no electricity will be produced. This implies that they can be limited to areas where there are consistent winds, with speeds large enough for operation, such as hilly high topography areas and coastal regions.
5. As mentioned before, there is a break to stop the rotor and blades from spinning during high winds to prevent damage to the turbine. However, during extremely high wind conditions, like hurricane season, the brake may fail and the turbines can become damaged.
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