In modern, large-scale wind energy facilities, wind turbines do not require diesel fuel for start up, for backup power, or as a lubricant.
Turbines do not have diesel generators or diesel storage.
There is also a common misconception that diesel is used as a lubricant in wind turbines. This is not correct as diesel is not suitable for use as a lubricant.
The main use for diesel at operating wind energy facilities would be to fuel vehicles used by maintenance crews on site.
Learn more: Do Wind Turbines Use Diesel Generators?
