Large-scale, grid-connected

This requires a number of large turbines grouped together on one site to form a wind farm or wind park, either on- or off-shore. The power from the individual turbines is aggregated at a central point before it is fed through a power line to the point where it connects with the electric grid. It usually passes through a transformer at the central point to match the voltage to that of the grid. The central point usually doubles as a command point, where computerized equipment can be installed to allow the remote control of the wind farm. This is particularly important for remote and off-shore wind farms where adverse weather may prevent access for long periods of time.