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Energy can be derived from fossil fuels and alternative natural sources.What are two disadvantages of using wind power as an energy resources instead of oil?

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The two major disadvantages of wind power as an energy resource instead of oil are;

(i) Initial Cost or Expensive Upfront Cost -Constructing turbines and wind facilities is extremely expensive.

(ii) Technology Immaturity - New technology is needed to lower costs, increase reliability and energy production, solve deployment issues, expand the resource area, develop infrastructure and manufacturing facilities, and mitigate known environmental impacts.

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