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CMCM's avatar

The climate nuts go on and on about wind turbines to save the environment, conveniently forgetting that they need....wait for it.....OIL to function properly. I just found this info:

"Wind turbines require a substantial amount of oil for lubrication purposes to ensure proper operation and maintenance. The oil plays a vital role in ensuring that the turbines function efficiently, reducing the risk of equipment failure and extending the turbines' ages.

Each wind turbine can contain up to 80 gallons of oil, with a wind farm of 150 turbines needing approximately 12,000 gallons for maintenance. Regular replenishment of oil is essential to keep the turbines running smoothly and to prevent any potential issues.

Without the necessary lubricants, the turbines would be at risk of malfunction, leading to decreased energy production and potential costly repairs. To put this into perspective, a city like New York would require around 304,000 gallons of oil to support wind energy production. This highlights the substantial amount of oil needed to sustain the operation and longevity of wind turbines."

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St. Alia the Knife's avatar

A friend who spent 40 years in the energy industry (worked for Bonneville Power out here in the Pacific Northwest) explained to us that, by law, there must be enough "traditional" energy production (coal, oil, gas) to cover all the new "green" energy production. Since wind and solar do not produce energy 24/7, there must be coal/oil/gas energy production to compensate for those wind/solar farms when they are not producing energy. So in essence, by building wind and solar farms, we are increasing the need for coal/oil/gas.

Note: Here in the PNW, our hydroelectric power is NOT considered "renewable"! Go figure that one! I don't know if that is true in the rest of the country, but our Snoqualmie Falls Power Station, which is over 100 feet higher than Niagara Falls, does not get added in to our "green" energy mix.

Mrs. "the Knife"

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79SmithW60's avatar

I've seen that in other areas as well and also publications of NOT considering hydro as renewable, and I couldn't believe it either. It is insane, but then we've had real hydro power for generations and is probably why they don't include it, because 1) it is actually renewable 2) it is 24/7 produced and 3) they don't get to fleece billions from the taxpayer to pocket from the "renewable" scam of non-recyclable windmill blades and who knows what with solar panels...

Follow the money and grift and we will see who is behind the cult of solar and wind.

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79SmithW60's avatar

Awesome! Thank you CMCM. Great info.

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