Small Turbine Projects A small wind energy system can provide you with a practical and economical source of electricity if: Your property has a good wind resource Your home or business is located on at least one acre of land in a rural area Your local zoning codes or covenants allow wind turbines Your average electricity bills are $150 per month or more Your property is in a remote location that does not have easy access to utility lines You are comfortable with long-term investments. If you are intent on installing a small wind turbine sized to supply a portion of the energy needs of your home or farm, typically 40kW or less, on-site wind measurements are not required but certainly worth considering. A simple anemometer that logs average wind speeds costs under $300 if you provide the pole, or up to $3,000 installed with a tip-up 100-foot (30 meter) tower. An existing tall structure on the property can be used in lieu of a dedicated pole, but its shape and location will impact the data collected. If you are unable to get site wind data, you must rely on extrapolation or projections of the wind speed at your site. You should consider investing $500 or more for a consultation with a wind assessment consultant with experience in your area. Important Information About Small Turbine Projects Can a Small Wind Turbine be Economical in Illinois? How Do I Plan a Small Turbine Project? What is Net Metering? Are There Funding Resources Available? Illinois Opportunities Federal Incentives Find Your Average Wind Speed Small Wind Turbine Distributors

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