How well does the author address the counterclaim in Paragraph 1 that wind power is a passing trend incapable of doing the job of fossil fuels?

The response is effective because the author believes in the efficiency and power of wind as an energy source.
The response is effective because the author cites data from the American Wind Energy Association to refute the claim.
The response is ineffective because the author waits to address the counterclaim in Paragraph 7.

The response is ineffective because the author does not immediately cite evidence to refute the counterclaim.