Future of the Environment

Floating wind farms could be the future of energy

Electricity pylons and wind turbines are silhouetted at the Scottish Power-owned Dun Law West wind farm near Edinburgh, Scotland January 8, 2010. Britain has awarded energy companies the rights to develop the world's biggest offshore wind project in hopes the country will become a leader in the emerging industry, which is vital to slash carbon emissions.  REUTERS/David Moir (BRITAIN BUSINESS - Tags: ENERGY ENVIRONMENT) - GM1E61906EW01

Hywind Scotland consists of five huge linked wind turbines which float over deep ocean water. Image: REUTERS/David Moir

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