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Éolienne Bollée

Éoliens bollées are big windmills that turn in the wind and use the energy to produce electricity. They work by catching the wind with their big blades, which turn around and power a giant machine inside the turbine. This machine sends the electricity it produces back to the power grid, where it can be used to provide energy for things like homes, businesses, and vehicles.