Wind Energy

submitted by The Archbishop's Seminary : Irvine Sultana  for 11-14
dissemination(s): newspaper, school magazine, school media, website
filed under Photos


The Xarolla Windmill has been recently restored. Locals are very proud of this architectural testimonial which showcases a small yet important part of the life of our hard working ancestors. Our small island is decorated with such beauty and our people and local councils are working to keep it well. In this world, bigger countries have less historical features than we do so decreasing vandalism will enable more citizens to enjoyed such architectural gems. The windmill is a perfect of example which utilizes a natural renewable resource to work – wind. Wind energy used to make the palettes turn and these in turn rotated a simple gear wheel within the windmill itself. This was connected to circular plates between which wheat could be placed and then ground to produce flour and semolina. It is a sustainable practice which does not impinge on the already threatened energy industry.