Wind shear is often the most critical factor controlling hurricane formation and destruction. In general, wind shear refers to any change in wind speed or direction along a straight line.

It formed to its current state after two geological events -- the closing of the strait that connected the Americas, and formation of the ... is the coastal, wind-induced "upwelling" that occurs ...

The formation of the JV is expected to accelerate ... JERA CEO Yukio Kani said: “Offshore wind has significant potential and is a critical component of the energy transition.