The nation of Denmark is a leader in wind energy for Europe. It has long since been a leader for wind power. This started in the 1970s. As Denmark had a relatively high carbon footprint at that time from the coal-fired plants in those days, there was a desire to seek out alternative energy choices. The use of wind power has continued today. 3.1% of Denmark's GDP comes from wind power. 30% of Denmark's electricity comes from wind power.
Denmark has average wind speeds of 4.9–5.6 m/s measured at a height of 10 m. For wind power purposes, this would not be impressive. However, Denmark has much higher wind speeds along the western coast of the country. Average wind speeds can reach 8.5–9.0 m/s at 50 m height. This is very good for wind power.
Wind speed map of Denmark. http://www.windpowerwiki.dk
This is how meteorological conditions can be used to an advantage. This is definitely taking place in Denmark. Why talk about meteorological conditions on a geography blog? Well, meteorology is a sub-field of geography.
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