Which of the following statements best describes a projected side benefit to human health from increased use of wind power?
A) Predatory birds usually leave an area where wind farms are established
B) The reduction in use of coal to generate electricity will lower the amount of air pollutants from coal that kill up to 24,000 Americans per year and add climate-changing chemicals to the air
C) Building of the turbine systems will help put Americans back to work.
D) Less use of hydroelectric dams will allow us to consider more dam removals.
E) More than one of the above answers is correct.

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Wind power is a clean source of energy, meaning that it does not generate harmful emissions like coal power plants. By increasing the use of wind power, we can reduce our reliance on coal and subsequently decrease the amount of air pollutants that cause harm to human health, as well as contribute to climate change.

Which of the Following Statements Best Describes a Projected Side