When is wind power right for you?

Wind power is a wonderful source for energy, but it's worth investigating whether or not it is viable in your region before making the investment.

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The benefits of residential wind power

There is a wide range of options available for those who want to incorporate wind energy into their homes. Turbines large and small, for rural or urban areas, have hit the market, and wrangling wind power may be easier and cheaper than you think.

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Green Home Credits and Rebates

In addition to saving on energy bills, there are many other financial incentives to go green.

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Wind Power Basics

Wind is created from differences between higher and lower pressure caused by unequal heating and cooling of the Earth and atmosphere. The greater the difference in pressure, the faster the wind speed, and the greater the power generation capability.

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Rural Renewable Applications

Whether the task was pumping water, drying crops or cooking, those who live off the land have always relied on three things: the sun, the wind, and the rain. Agricultural producers have long been on the forefront of renewable energy use.

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Harness the Wind

A wind turbine is a renewable generation system that uses moving air to produce electricity and is a powerful way to help the environment.

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Tax Credits for Small Wind Energy Systems

Homeowners, farmers, and businesses that install small wind energy systems are eligible for a federal tax credit that can mean substantial savings on their tax bills, and these tax credits now include wind turbines.

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Buying Green Power - You Really Can Make a Difference

Regardless of where you live, you can purchase green power to encourage greater use of renewable energy technologies.

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Colorado Homeowner Preferences on Energy and Environmental Policy

Colorado homeowners follow national trends in preferring renewable energy over conventional energy sources. An extensive survey showed residents would most frequently select photovoltaic, wind and passive solar energy.

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Small Wind Electric Systems: An Iowa Consumer's Guide

Small Wind Electric Systems An Iowa Consumer's Guide provides consumers with enough information to help them determine if a small wind electric system can provide all or a portion of the energy they need for their home based on their wind resource, energy needs and economics.

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Small Wind Electric Systems: A Nevada Consumer's Guide

Small Wind Electric Systems: A Nevada Consumer's Guide provides consumers with information to help them determine whether a small wind electric system can provide all or a portion of the energy they need for their home based on their wind resource, energy needs and economics.

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Small Wind Electric Systems: An Arizona Consumer's Guide

Small Wind Electric Systems: An Arizona Consumer's Guide provides consumers with information to help them determine whether a small wind electric system can provide all or a portion of the energy they need for their home based on their wind resource, energy needs and economics.

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