Residential Wind Power

Wind power is one of the few sustainable energy sources we can tap into. The upfront cost of home wind turbines may seem overwhelming, however, it is now more affordable to reduce our carbon footprint with government tax cuts and local credit and rewards programs. If you are in an area where you have wind that moves at least seven miles per hour, a residential wind power unit is worth looking into to save you money in the long run. By purchasing home wind turbines, we are basically paying for our energy upfront and investing in the future of our children, grandchildren and our planet. There are different size portable home wind turbines that range from 12V to 48V. The cost ranges from $699 to $920. The government offers a 30% tax credit for the turbine’s purchase and installation. The 12V is good for wind speeds of 12 MPH or lower. If you live near salt water there are wind turbines with specially coated blades to prevent corrosion as well as a housing for the electronic components. These turbines can also handle wind speeds of over 12 MPH. You can even purchase turbines you can assemble yourselves.

Home Wind Turbine

Residential wind turbines range in cost from $1650 to $3500 and ranges from 12V to 200V. There are many aspects to look at when you are deciding to use residential wind power. If you make more energy than you use, the utility companies pay you for the excess energy. In Mars Hill, Maine there are 28 wind turbines that stand 389 feet tall. At 35% capacity these wind turbines provide energy for 22,000 homes. This wind energy reduces the carbon dioxide output by 65,000 tons as well as 350 tons of other pollutants every year. It is obvious that wind power is one of the best and healthiest sources of power, where it can be used. Residential wind power is no longer an idea or a fad, it works and it is affordable. It’s not too late to save our planet if we work hard and we do it together. It is important to do all that we can for the environment to ensure we leave it healthy and thriving well into the future. Also as we learn more about how to harness wind energy we can pass that along to other generations who may come up with even greater uses for this amazing sustainable energy source.

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