The provided chart illustrates the amount of wind energy generated in India, Denmark, Germany, and the USA over a 15-year period from 1985 to 2000. The figures are measured in megawatts (MW).
At first glance, it is clear that the United States dominated the chart during these years, producing the largest amount of energy, only to be surpassed by Denmark in the final year. Additionally, all countries experienced a steady increase in production figures over the 15-year span, except for the USA, which faced a declining trend beginning in 1990.
When examining India and Germany, several notable trends emerge. Both countries started with 200 MW and 400 MW, respectively. India increased its output to 400 MW after five years, while Germany saw its production rise to approximately 650 MW. By 1995, both countries reached an equal production level of 800 MW. However, by 2000, India had overtaken Germany, generating 1200 MW compared to only 900 MW from Germany.
As for Denmark and the United States, both countries began in 1985 with 200 MW and 1200 MW, respectively. After five years, Denmark’s wind energy generation rose to just over 400 MW, while the USA peaked at 1650 MW. However, the trend for the United States reversed by 1995, when it experienced a decline of 50 MW. In contrast, Denmark continued to increase its production exponentially, reaching 1200 MW in the same year. Ultimately, by 2000, Denmark surpassed America, generating 1650 MW of wind energy compared to 1500 MW in the USA.