Study: Wind turbines remain efficient for at least 25 years

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Imperial College research says useful life of turbines may be longer than first thought, countering claims machines need replacing after just 10 years

Wind turbines can remain productive for up to 25 years, scientists have said today, scotching claims the devices have a more limited shelf life than other energy technologies. The UK's 531 wind farms...

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