Wind energy is the least expensive renewable energy technology, and it is abundant and infinite. In 2000, wind turbines accounted for 13 percent of Danish electricity consumption. That number is expected to jump to 50 percent by 2030. Offshore wind parks are also in the works. Nonetheless, fossil fuels remain the established source of energy across the globe.
Alternative sources require research and development which in turn require funding.
Despite cries from the White House about an imminent energy crisis, President Bush's proposed budget, however, does not seem to recognize the merit of alternative and renewable sources of energy. The Department of Energy budget is cut by 2.5 percent, cutting by half the money available for solar and wind power. Ironically, this funding would be increased starting in 2004 when revenues from drilling in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge are available. And the Environmental Protection Agency could see funding drop by 6.4 percent. If doing your part to save the earth is a little too tree-huggish for you, think of the savings you will see on your power bills or at the gas pump.