Pros and Cons of Wind Energy

Introduction In today’s modern world, living without electricity would be considered difficult, if not impossible. The requirement for electricity worldwide is increasing. Mankind continues to depend on electronic devices, homes are becoming all electric, and technology is more reliant on electrical power. Today, wind energy is becoming a prominent resource for generating clean, free, and eco-friendly... [Click here to Read more]

Wind Energy Facts

Wind Energy Facts-Early History Wind energy has been an important resource for over 5,000 years. In ancient Egypt, wind energy was used to provide power for sailing ships on the Nile River. Windmills were later used to grind wheat and corn. The early windmills were crude in design, resembling the paddle wheels that are seen on old-time river steamers today. In Holland, the windmill design was improved... [Click here to Read more]

Small Wind Turbines

Introduction According to the American Wind Energy Association (AWEA), Small Wind Turbines (SWT’s) are defined as those having a capacity of 100 kilowatts (KW) or less. Small wind turbines have also been described as turbines with a rated power of less than 10 kW. Many small wind turbines can look like a miniaturized, ‘back yard’ version of the large, utility-scale, three-bladed commercial turbines.... [Click here to Read more]