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Wind Turbines

Wind Turbines utilise the natural wind power to generate electricity. Many size wind turbines are available from a few watts to multi megawatt systems.

At Intelligent Energy Solutions we are interested in micro generation wind turbines for domestic and commercial use. These tend to range in power from 500W up to 50,000W.

Wind Turbine Position

Everyone knows that the windier the position the more electricity is likely to be generated. However not all wind is the same!
The wind that will generate most electricity is 'clean' and free from turbulence. This wind is most likely to occur in open spaces with minimal obstructions.
The wind that blows through our cities is quite different, this tends to disrupted by chimneys, trees and tall buildings.

A good spot for a turbine will be primarily free of obstructions to the South West of the turbine. In the UK the prevailing wind usually comes from this direction.

Wind Turbine Payback

Apart from the siting the turbine in good location, the other important factor is the average wind speed. There is a wind speed database that is free to access and a link to this database can be found at the link, wind speed database.

If the position is free from obstruction to the South-West direction and the average wind speed is in excess of 5m/s then the wind turbine is likely to payback within 10 years.

For further information contact Intelligent Energy Solution by phone on 01509 891256 or e-mail: sales@iesolutions.co.uk

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