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The wind is the flow of gases on a massive scale caused by differences in atmospheric pressure, one of the main factors for the temperature difference. The wind is something that can be very gentle and very destructive at the same time. Apart from that, Wind is one of the largest renewable energy sources that provide electricity, and also more than 10% of the world’s electricity is from Wind energy. It helps us to reshape our energy systems and decarbonize our world. Because of the advantages that wind provides, we celebrate World Wind Day. So let’s see about the history of the day and its celebration in the upcoming article.
History of World Wind Day
World Wind Day is also called Global Wind Day. It is celebrated Worldwide on June 15 every year. At first, it was organized by WindEurope and GWEC (Global Wind Energy Council). The first time the day was celebrated was on June 15, 1967. The day is about creating awareness about the wind and how it’s useful in our lives. So let’s see more about the day in the article below.
Other Celebrations on June 15
June 15 is also celebrated as
- World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
- National Smile Power Day
- World Meat Free Day
- National Lobster Day
- Nature Photography Day
- Magna Carta Day
- World Wind Day
- National Dump the Pump Day
How to Celebrate the Day
The day is celebrated to create awareness and encourage to go for green energy sources like Wind Energy. On this day, several events and shows will be made based on Wind Energy. You can also share your thoughts, photos, or videos about the day on Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Reddit, etc, with the hashtag #WorldWindDay.
Advantages of Wind Power
- Wind power is cost-effective that costs 1 to 2 cents per kilowatt-hour.
- Wind energy creates jobs for thousands of workers in manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and support.
- It is a reliable and clean fuel source that does not cause any harm to the environment.
- Wind turbines can be built anywhere in rural or developed areas and produce electricity
Thank you for reading the article. Hope many people will realize the need for wind energy and helps to make the world greener by making use of it. Also, celebrate every day of your life with happydays365.org and Happy World Wind Day 2023.