WHY SMALL WIND?
- Energy Independence
- Shift to a carbon-free energy
- Wind power is free
- As wind speed doubles-there is 8X more power available
- Energy can be used immediately or stored in batteries
Is Wind Right For Me?
- A small wind turbine can provide you with an effective, economical source of electricity if:
- The property has a good wind resource and is located on at least one acre of land in a rural setting.
- Local zoning codes allow wind turbines.
- There may be height restrictions in your area.
- Building permits will provide you with a checklist of requirements.
- A professional engineer may need to sign off on your project prior to issuance of a permit.
- Maximum turbine size may be defined.
- Noise level compliance may apply at specific hours of the day.
- Aesthetic/Screening concerns may be addressed in zoning codes.
- Electricity bills are $150 per month or more.
- If you are in a remote location without easy access to utility lines.
- You understand this is an investment with a certain time period before it has an ROI.