Wind flows from regions of higher pressure to regions of lower pressure. The larger the atmospheric pressure gradient, the higher the wind speed and thus, the greater the wind power that can be captured from the wind by means of wind energy-converting machinery. Irradiance from the sun heats up the air, forcing the air to rise. Conversely, where temperatures fall, a low pressure zone develops. Winds (i.e. air flows) balance out the differences. A breeze is a type of wind that occurs when air moves from a high-pressure area to a low-pressure area. Wind power stations use the wind to turn a... Show more

Wind flows from regions of higher pressure to regions of lower pressure. The larger the atmospheric pressure gradient, the higher the wind speed and thus, the greater the wind power that can be captured from the wind by means of wind energy-converting machinery. Irradiance from the sun heats up the air, forcing the air to rise. Conversely, where temperatures fall, a low pressure zone develops. Winds (i.e. air flows) balance out the differences.

A breeze is a type of wind that occurs when air moves from a high-pressure area to a low-pressure area.

Wind power stations use the wind to turn a turbine, which then turns a generator to create electricity. The wind's kinetic energy is converted into mechanical energy by the turbine's blades. 

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