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November 24, 2009
We all want to do our part to help out the planet. We also want to save money on our utility bills. The good news is that we can accomplish both buy using wind turbines to capture the power of the wind and convert it into electricity.
A simple explanation of how turbines work is when the wind hits the blades of a turbine it makes them turn, as it turns the wind energy is converted into electricity. That electricity is than stored or used immediately.
You have probably seen areas in the country that have acres and acres of huge wind mills all generating power for thousands of households.
The technology has advanced to the point where these turbines can still generate significant amounts of electricity even in much smaller sizes which makes them great for home use.
Many homeowners are installing their own turbines and saving around 80% on their utility bills.
If you decide to get a wind turbine you can buy one or build one, but unless you have, and are willing to spend, a lot of money I would suggest building your own.
Buying a turbine will cost you $600 and up building one, on the other hand, will only cost you around $200 and can be done in just a few days.
If you’ve considered using solar energy you should know that in a lot of ways wind energy is better. For one thing you can generate electricity from wind day or night. One turbine is about 5 times as efficient as one solar panel.
The concept of using the wind as a source of energy has been around for centuries. Thanks to advances in technology though we can use it more efficiently than ever before and the average homeowner can benefit from building small wind turbines.
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November 20, 2009
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November 9, 2009
Home wind turbines are not really among the things that people would normally consider when buying renewable power systems for their homes. One of the reasons behind this is their lack of knowledge about these small wind systems that are ideal for home use. Since the most obvious alternative energy source is the sun, most people will surely look for solar panels to put up on their roofs. Although there is nothing wrong with using solar power, you should consider the power of the wind too. Even if you live in suburban areas, there is still a way for you to harness wind power using small wind systems.
The first thing that many people ask about home wind turbines is how they work. In essence, a turbine, which is placed on top of a tower, collects energy from the wind and turns it to usable electricity. In residences that are not located in remote areas, it is still necessary to get the services of your local utility company because the energy generated by the turbines will not be enough. It is also worth noting that the speed of the wind can greatly affect the electric output of your home wind system. If the wind speed is lower than 7 miles per hour, you should not expect any output from your turbine. However, if you are able to generate more electricity than what you need, your local energy company can purchase the excess power from you.
Another concern for homeowners is how much money is saved when they use home wind turbines. According to studies, a small wind system can actually cut your bill by as much as 50 to 90 percent. Some people even claim that after successfully installing a wind system in their homes, they only pay $8 to $15 dollars in monthly electricity bill for more than two-thirds of any given year.
However, you should understand that the size of your home wind turbine will greatly affect the amount of money you will save. The higher the output of the small wind turbine, the more significant the impact will be on your electric bill. It would be a good idea to use several small wind turbines in order to generate enough usable electricity. The most common turbines available in the market have 600, 800, 1,000 or 3,000 output watts.
Before you buy home wind turbines, there are some things that you need to consider. First, you have to determine local laws on installing small wind systems in your city or locality. You do not want to end up buying a wind turbine only to realize later on that you cannot use it at home. Furthermore, you also need to choose a home wind turbine that is suitable to the size of your home and the size of your property. Furthermore, you also need to look for an online store that will not only provide you with quality small wind turbines but will give you value for your money as well.
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