Windfarms: Decision making exercise
I can explain the human and physical requirements for wind farm sites and evaluate potential site locations.
- Year 9
Windfarms: Decision making exercise
I can explain the human and physical requirements for wind farm sites and evaluate potential site locations.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Wind speeds are higher in offshore, high-altitude, flat areas as they are less sheltered.
- Wind farms should be located far from densely populated areas and close to the electricity grid.
- Many people campaign against wind farms due to the noise and visual impact.
- Geographers often use a cost benefit analysis to help make decisions.
- OS maps are a good source of information for potential sites.
Keywords
Wind turbine - a device that generates electricity from wind power
Wind farm - an area in the countryside where a group of wind turbines has been placed to generate electricity
Sheltered - a location that is protected from harsh conditions such as strong winds
Electricity grid - a network of wires, power stations and systems that deliver electricity from where it is produced to where it is used by consumers
Common misconception
Wind farms are best located as remotely as possible.
Wind farms should be located far from densely populated areas but close to the electricity grid. If they are too remote, the cost of connecting them to the grid will be high.
Equipment
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the term to its definition.
Q2.Which of the following is an example of a renewable natural resource?
Q3.Coal, oil, and gas are examples of fuels.
Q4.Which of these is not a non-renewable resource?
Q5.Why can using non-renewable resources be a problem?
Q6.Which statement is true about Earth's natural resources?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the keywords to their definitions.
