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Wind Power Basics: A Green Energy Guide

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Wind Power Basics: A Green Energy Guide

Evaluating Sites and Economic Feasibility: Assessing wind conditions and financial viability
Wind Turbines: Exploring various types and their functionalities
Tower Installation: Understanding tower types and their installation processes
Energy Storage: Batteries and Charge Controllers for off-grid power
Power Inversion: Inverters for converting DC to AC power
Financial Aspects: Costs and available incentives
Regulatory Compliance: Zoning, permits, and system maintenance

Wind energy is the fastest growing source of energy in the world, and by the year 2020 it is projected to supply at least 12 percent of global electrical demand.

Wind Power Basics provides a clear understanding of wind and wind energy systems, including turbines, towers, inverters and batteries, site assessment, installation, and maintenance requirements.

Whether youâ€™re considering your own small-scale wind energy system or just want a straightforward, detailed introduction to the benefits and challenges of this rapidly emerging technology, Wind Power Basics is the guide you need.

Dan Chiras is a respected educator and an internationally acclaimed author who has published more than twenty-five books on residential renewable energy and green building, including Power From the Wind.