How Do You Install A Wind Turbine?
Wind turbines harness kinetic energy and convert it to electricity. There are no greenhouse gas emissions, hazardous waste byproducts or water impacts associated with wind turbines. Wind turbines are generally located in remote areas where there is a fairly consistent supply of wind, but small wind turbine systems can be installed to generate electricity for your home if certain requirements are met. Analyze wind supply. Wind speeds are greater at increasing heights. The National Renewable Energy Lab has measured wind resources 160 to 320 feet above ground across the United States. The resulting map shows that the best spots for wind energy production are in the Great Lakes region, the Northern California coast and the Eastern seaboard. Other suitable areas include the Gulf Coast and most Midwestern states. Annual average wind speeds of 9.8 to 11.5 mph are required for to make a wind turbine cost-effective. Analyze finances. A wind turbine that produces 10 kilowatts costs $40,000 insta
