Ludlow Energy Ventures has a keen interest in the wind energy sector due to the vast growth patterns that have been taking place over the past five years. Although, wind power produces ~1.3% (or 200Twh/year) of electricity globally, the wind sector has seen a fivefold increase in generation from 2000 to 2007. In 2007 the US alone added the most new capacity of 5.2 GW which equates to a  45.1% increase followed by China with 3.3 GW of new capacity. In addition to this, we are witnessing expanding growth in areas such as China and India as these countries are seeing massive growth in relation to green energy demand.

Wind energy is taking a larger and larger piece in the global energy mix which presents some interesting challenges, due to the intermittency problems associated with generation. For example, last February in Texas, the Electric Reliability Council almost witnessed a blackout, in the peak consumption time, due to the large decrease in wind being pumped to grid from 2,000 MW to 300 MW. However, with the development of new production techniques (possible energy storage) and increased competition in the wind energy sector the cost / kwh is decreasing to become ever more competitive with other sources on the market today. Furthermore, as more nation mandate for increased green energy capacity, wind energy will become an important element in helping them to achieve their targets.

Below is a list of publicly traded stocks involved in the growing wind energy sector. Through our research coverage and alternative energy stock indexes, Ludlow Energy provides exclusive information on the US alternative energy market. 

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