Faced with frequent power outages, rising energy costs, and constant reminders of the impacts of conventional energy sources, homeowners and businesses are exploring ways to use energy more efficiently, generate their own electricity, reduce their carbon footprint, and achieve greater independence. Wind power is becoming an increasingly viable option.
Power From the Wind by Dan Chiras is an easily understandable guide for individuals and businesses interested in installing small wind energy systems. Written for the layperson, this practical guide provides an accurate and unbiased view of all major aspects of small wind energy systems, including:
- Ways to assess wind resources at your site
- Wind turbines and towers
- Inverters and batteries
- Installation and maintenance of systems
- The costs and benefits of installing a wind system
This book is designed to help readers make the smartest, most economical choices. Readers will gain the knowledge they need to make wise decisions during the design, purchase and installation of small wind energy systems and to communicate effectively with wind system installers.
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