Kitka Wind Farm

High school (ages 12+)
Science & Technology

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/kitka-wind-farm

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the geographic location?Northern Finland
2. What is the project commencement year?2010
3. Where is the Kitka Wind Farm located?It is in the northern part of Finland, chosen for its strong winds and good connection to the power grid.
4. How many wind turbines does the Kitka Wind Farm have?About 20 large turbines, each with three long blades.

Decarbonization: The process of reducing or eliminating carbon dioxide emissions from energy production and consumption.
Nacelle: The housing at the top of a wind turbine tower that contains the main components like the generator and gearbox.
Grid Integration: The process of connecting renewable energy sources to the existing electrical power grid.