Small Wind Electric Systems
Small wind electric systems are one of the most cost-effective home-based renewable energy systems. These systems are also nonpolluting.
If a small wind electric system is right for you, it can do the following:
- Lower your electricity bills by 50%–90%
- Help you avoid the high costs of having utility power lines extended to a remote location
- Help uninterruptible power supplies ride through extended utility outages.
Small wind electric systems can also be used for a variety of other applications, including water pumping on farms and ranches.
Here you can find the following information:
How a Small Wind Electric System Works
Learn the basics of how a small wind system produces electricity.
Evaluating a Potential Small Wind Turbine Site
Start here to determine whether a small wind energy system would be feasible, practical, and economical for you.
Small Wind Electric System Components
Learn more about system components—turbines, towers, and balance-of-system parts.
Installing and Maintaining a Small Electric Wind System
Find out what you need to consider before you install a system, including basic maintenance tips.