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Wind – The First Alternative Energy

Thinking back through history, the first time that humans ever truly harnessed wind power was when the first true sailing ships were built around 5000 years ago. Begun by the Egyptians, fleets of ships went on to conquer the world.

Many centuries later, in Persia and then in Europe, windmills were finally invented for irrigating water and grinding grain. Up until a couple of centuries ago, wind power drove virtually all large-scale industry. Until steam power, and in particular steamer ships gained prominence in the 19th century, Wind ruled the world.

After all this time, it seems we have come full circle again, with many people reverting back to windmill power as their alternative energy of choice.

February 3rd, 2010

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