Using a Wind Turbine for Home Energy Production

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As the world searches for various alternative energy sources and attempts to become more responsible in our energy dependency, wind turbine produced energy has moved to the top of the list for alternative energy options. Wind energy is really a very basic concept that has a variety of diverse applications. Typical residential wind energy systems are a group of small turbines that can range in size from 300 watts to 3kW. These small residential turbines are generally small enough to be mounted on your roof. The following questions will determine what system is right for you.

Is your use meant to be for residential or non-residential? Will you be connected to the utility grid or completely free of the utility company? Are your local zoning laws currently allowing wind turbines Be sure to answer these questions and do your research before pursuing wind energy as an appropriate choice for your home or business. Does your state or local government provide wind or alternative energy credits or rebates?

Using a Wind Turbine for Home Energy Production

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Hi,

With every passing day the energy requirements of earth is increasing and the resources are diminishing.But we need some kind of energy for fulfilling our requirements..Wind energy can be used as our source for alternative energy.


Thanks.

[Angelinabv]

HI,

Several years ago I bought some remote property in Arizona. I am an astronomer and wanted a place to practice my hobby far away from the sky-wrecking light pollution found near cities of any real size. I found a great piece of property. The problem is, it's so remote that there is no electric service available. That's not really a problem. No electricity equals no light pollution. However, it would be nice to have at least a little electricity, since so much of life in the 21st century is dependent on it.

One thing I noticed right away about my property is that most of the time, the wind is blowing. Almost from the moment I bought it, I had the idea of being energy independent by putting up a wind turbine and making some electricity, and later adding some solar panels and a wood gasifier. This is the story of how I did it. Not with an expensive, store-bought turbine, but with a home-built one that cost hardly anything. If you have some fabricating skills and some electronic know-how, you can build one too.

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[wnaegeli449]

Hey guys, im an intern at a company called Eastern Energy Systems that is focused on installing renewable energy sources and educating people about green technologies. We are located on Eastern Long Island and are one of the largest and most experienced companys on the island. We actually installed the largest wind turbine on long Island at Half Hollow Nursery.

[Desert Rat]

Hello wnaegeli449, Welcome to the forum glad you joined us.

[jaanster]

Im glad to see that there are other enthusiasts out there that want to break frr from the energy companies grasp. And probaly the best way to start is to build your own turbine.

[alaina]

Hi,
Wind turbines use large blades to catch the wind. When the wind blows the blades are forced round, driving a turbine which generates electricity. The stronger the wind, the more electricity produced.
There are two types of domestic-sized wind turbine:

* Mast mounted: these are free standing and are erected in a suitably exposed position, often around 2.5kW to 6kW

* Roof mounted: these are smaller than mast mounted systems and can be installed on the roof of a home where there is a suitable wind resource. Often these are around 1kW to 2kW in size.
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The UK is the windiest country in Europe so we have excellent conditions over here for them.