Wind for Homeowners, Farmers, and Businesses
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory produced Small Wind Electric Systems Consumer's Guides to help homeowners, ranchers, and small businesses decide if wind energy will work for them. The U.S. map shows which states have small wind consumer's guides. Click on a state to download the guidebook. The U.S. Small Wind Guide is available in both English and Spanish. And, there is an American Corn Growers Association Small Wind Guide.
- Is wind energy practical for me?
- What size wind turbine do I need?
- What are the basic parts of a small wind electric system?
- What do wind systems cost?
- Where can I find installation and maintenance support?
- How much energy will my system generate?
- Is there enough wind on my site?
- How do I choose the best site for my wind turbine?
- Can I connect my system to the utility grid?
- Can I go off grid?
Text version of states with Small Wind Consumer's Guides
News
USDA Issues Rural Energy for America Program Solicitation of Applications
January 31, 2012
Distributed Wind Site Analysis Tool
January 16, 2012
Small Wind Certification Council Issues First Turbine Certifications
January 16, 2012
Events
Small Wind Energy Systems 1-Day Course
March 10, 2012
Distributed Wind 2012: A Capitol Hill Event for Small and Community Wind
March 26, 2012
NABCEP Continuing Education Conference
March 30, 2012
