Small wind turbines help an individual or an organization to generate onsite part or all of their own electrical needs.
Installing a small wind turbine can save you money, but is not a good fit for all situations. If you are interested in a wind energy system for your home, farm, building, or organization, consider the following basic requirements:
- At least 1 acre of available land
- Appropriate annual wind speed determined by analysis
- Approval from your local building inspector for construction of a tower
- Your commitment of time and money
NYSERDA’s Small Wind Turbine Program can provide you with all of the support and information you need, including a list of wind system installers in your area who participate in NYSERDA’s incentive program. A wind system installer can be your partner in the journey from information gathering and site assessment, all the way through to installation and post-installation monitoring.
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