RENEWABLE ENERGY: WIND ENERGY, ITS EFFECTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL GAINS

Abstract

The Brazilian energy matrix is composed of a diverse set of energy generation systems, such as hydroelectric, thermal, solar, wind and other, which aims to meet the demand of our country. A large part of the energy production in Brazil comes from renewable sources, our country is the one that has the greatest capacity to produce energy through the wind when compared to the countries of Latin America. However, as with all power generation technology, the deployment and operation of wind systems has unfavorable environmental impacts, such as: electromagnetic interference, noise, visual impact, wildlife damage. Some of these impacts can be minimized or even eliminated through proper planning and technological innovations. The aim of this work is to gather theoretical foundations on wind energy, its effects on the environment caused by the implantation and operation of these systems.