Wind turbines capture the winds kinetic energy and transform it into usable electricity. The rotation of the turbine drives an alternator which generates electrical power. This power then either runs in parallel with the national grid (and powers the house as normal) OR charges a bank of batteries (for off-grid properties).

Wind turbines are more difficult to install than PV’s but they do generate more power in the winter and at night, and are also far more cost effective in terms of payback. However wind energy is generally less reliable during late summer months - for this reason off-grid systems often use a WIND/PV hybrid system, with the wind turbine providing most of the winter power (and PV providing summer power). Wind turbines have moving parts, thus require some maintenance. It is advisable that qualified personnel install and maintain the systems. Before buying and installing any wind system, it is necessary to check the average wind speeds in the area throughout the year. Contact us if you are in doubt.

Applications:

• Homes - generating electricity

• Eco resorts, hotels, beach houses

• Irrigation systems

• Farms

• Industrial wind farms

• Islands - independent power

See some of the projects we have done.

Read more about wind technologies.