Cape Wind The Offshore Wind Power Debate

The video discusses the Cape Wind project, a proposed offshore wind farm in Nantucket Sound, and the decade-long controversy surrounding it. Proponents argue it will provide clean energy, create jobs, and help combat climate change. Opponents, including local groups and Native American tribes, cite concerns about environmental impact, public safety, and economic costs. Despite federal approval, the project faces ongoing legal challenges. The debate highlights the broader tension between renewable energy development and preserving natural and cultural heritage.

What is the primary reason for the controversy surrounding the Cape Wind project?

• The support from local communities

• The project's high cost

• The lack of wind in the region

• The project's location in a historically significant area

Which group is leading the opposition against the Cape Wind project?

• The federal government

• The Alliance to Protect Nantucket Sound

• The Audubon Society

• The Sierra Club

What is one of the main concerns of those opposing the wind farm?

• The turbines will not produce enough energy

• The project will be too cheap to maintain

• The wind farm will interfere with navigation

• The turbines will be invisible from the shore

What historical fact is used to support the Cape Wind project?

• The project will not affect the local environment

• The project will be the first of its kind in the world

• The Cape and Islands have a history of using windmills

• The area has always been free of windmills

What is a key argument in favor of the Cape Wind project?

• It will decrease job opportunities

• It will help mitigate climate change

• It will reduce the need for renewable energy

• It will increase reliance on fossil fuels

What is a financial concern related to the Cape Wind project?

• The project will not generate any revenue

• Electric bills may increase

• The project will be too cheap to build

• The project will be funded entirely by the government

What is a potential benefit of offshore wind farms mentioned in the discussion?

• They produce power when the electric system needs it most

• They are less efficient than land-based wind farms

• They are more expensive than fossil fuels

• They are not yet used anywhere in the world