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Why wind turbines need electricity before making it

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The ultimate green energy paradox requires a dirty power grid just to get out of bed. Massive industrial turbines contain enormous heavy components and pitch-adjustment motors that need an initial jolt of power to orient themselves and overcome static friction. They operate at a slight deficit before the wind finally decides to cooperate.

Why wind turbines need electricity before making it
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