Inconsistent Source: Wind direction and strength can be unpredictable and inconsistent, making wind as a primary energy source non viable .
Noisy: Wind turbines are not silent, and usually produce around 50-60 decibels of noise with their use. People living near wind turbines often complain about the noise they create. This disadvantage is reduced by building wind farms offshore or in remote, rural areas.
Aesthetics: Since wind turbines are located typically in rural areas, many people think of them as a blight on the otherwise untainted landscape.
Danger to Wildlife: Wind turbines can be dangerous to birds or bats in the area. Especially in they are located in migration paths.