How to start a wind farm - the renewable resource of the future

Alternative engergy source is the key to reducing the fossil fuel consumption. There are many alternatives including wind energy which has near zero emissions and already provides energy to many public and private citizens.

Instructions

Difficulty: Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

• Good planning

1. Be an educated consumer! Chances are if you have read this far you are already an intelligent, product saavy person looking to optimize a renewable energy solution that has the right features and positive effects on your housedhold or business that you want with cost.
2. Energy Effiiciency. Energy efficiency is always the #1 step. It's estimate that for every $1 you spend on making your home more electrically efficient you save $3-$5 on the cost of a wind or solar electric system. By reducing your electrical demand you reduce the size of renewable energy system you'd need to purchase.
3. Learn more about the basics of wind power. To get a very in-depth understanding of small wind turbines for homes and businesses, we highly recommend purchasing the books Wind Energy Basics and Wind Power For Home & Business by Paul Gipe.
4. Get in touch with wind turbine makers and energy providers on any programs they provide. You may be able to provide energy back into the "grid" and earn credit.