WORLD WIND ENERGY NET

In 2004, world wind capacity reached 47,317 MW. From 1990-2002, wind has been the fastest-growing power source worldwide on a percentage basis, with an annual average growth rate exceeding 30%. Wind power plants are heavily concentrated in Europe and the United States, with the exception of India. The "top 10" nations listed below accounted for over 95% of the total wind energy produced in 2003.

Elsewhere, wind is catching on slowly but steadily, with new plants having been built recently in many other countries.