Wind power creates good-paying jobs. There are over 125,000 people working in the U.S. wind industry across all 50 states, and that number continues to grow. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, wind turbine service technicians are the fastest growing U.S. job of the decade. Offering career opportunities ranging from blade fabricator to asset manager, the wind industry has the potential to support hundreds of thousands of more jobs by 2050.
Wind power is a domestic resource that enables U.S. economic growth. In 2022, wind turbines operating in all 50 states generated more than 10% of the net total of the country’s energy. That same year, investments in new wind projects added $20 billion to the U.S. economy.
Wind power is a clean and renewable energy source. Wind turbines harness energy from the wind using mechanical power to spin a generator and create electricity. Not only is wind an abundant and inexhaustible resource, but it also provides electricity without burning any fuel or polluting the air. Wind energy in the United States helps avoid 336 million metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually—equivalent to the emissions from 73 million cars.
Wind power benefits local communities. Wind projects deliver an estimated $2 billion in state and local tax payments and land-lease payments each year. Communities that develop wind energy can use the extra revenue to put towards school budgets, reduce the tax burden on homeowners, and address local infrastructure projects.
Wind power is cost-effective. Land-based, utility-scale wind turbines provide one of the lowest-priced energy sources available today. Furthermore, wind energy’s cost competitiveness continues to improve with advances in the science and technology of wind energy.
Wind turbines work in different settings. Wind energy generation fits well in agricultural and multi-use working landscapes. Wind energy is easily integrated in rural or remote areas, such as farms and ranches or coastal and island communities, where high-quality wind resources are often found.
Wind power must compete with other low-cost energy sources. When comparing the cost of energy associated with new power plants, wind and solar projects are now more economically competitive than gas, geothermal, coal, or nuclear facilities. However, wind projects may not be cost-competitive in some locations that are not windy enough. Next-generation technology, manufacturing improvements, and a better understanding of wind plant physics can help bring costs down even more.
Ideal wind sites are often in remote locations. Installation challenges must be overcome to bring electricity from wind farms to urban areas, where it is needed to meet demand. Upgrading the nation’s transmission network to connect areas with abundant wind resources to population centers could significantly reduce the costs of expanding land-based wind energy. In addition, offshore wind energy transmission and grid interconnection capabilities are improving.
Turbines produce noise and alter visual aesthetics. Wind farms have different impacts on the environment compared to conventional power plants, but similar concerns exist over both the noise produced by the turbine blades and the visual impacts on the landscape.
Wind plants can impact local wildlife. Although wind projects rank lower than other energy developments in terms of wildlife impacts, research is still needed to minimize wind-wildlife interactions. Advancements in technologies, properly siting wind plants, and ongoing environmental research are working to reduce the impact of wind turbines on wildlife.
On August 27, 2024, in Hanoi, a signing ceremony took place for the strategic partnership agreement between Asia Networks PEMS Co., Ltd. – a member company of EMTEK, and Vietnam Petroleum Power Services Joint Stock Company (PVPS). The agreement involves the provision of Expert Services, Maintenance, and Repair Service for Thermal Power Plants, Petrochemical Facilities, and Oil & Gas plants in Vietnam.
Vietnam, a rapidly developing nation in Southeast Asia, demonstrated its proactive commitment at the COP26 climate conference in Glasgow, Scotland. With the global goal of mitigating climate change, Vietnamese businesses have entered the race to contribute to international commitments and efforts regarding energy and climate.
EMTEK is a company with a diverse and growing workforce. Therefore, EMTEK recognizes the importance of a harmonious and diverse work community. A diverse community fosters creativity and innovation. Diversity in experience, perspectives, and working styles introduces new approaches and creative solutions to technological and business challenges. It also helps EMTEK attract and retain talent from around the world. This gives the company a workforce rich in skills and intellect, bolstering its competitive strength.
EMTEK understands that a creative and motivating work environment plays a crucial role in driving organizational performance and success. Specifically, such an environment can positively impact the development and success of the organization by fostering creativity, motivation, enhancing performance, providing learning opportunities, and strengthening team spirit.
Trekking is not just a recreational activity but also an opportunity to build relationships, understanding, and cohesion among team members. The sense of exploration, conquering, and overcoming challenges on a trekking journey provides unforgettable experiences for anyone embarking on this adventure. It involves immersing in the wild, enjoying every moment nature offers, and facing the challenges posed by the natural environment.
EMTEK’s corporate culture is a unique blend of passion, innovation, and team spirit. By integrating these three “ingredients,” EMTEK not only creates a positive work environment but also drives the organization's growth and success. This cultural framework helps EMTEK maintain its competitive edge and uphold its position as one of the leading companies in the technology and automation sectors in Vietnam. EMTEK respects and encourages the passion of its employees in all aspects of their work, aiming to contribute to the organization's success through individual effort and commitment.
