
Wind power is just another form of solar energy.
As the sun heats up the earth and the oceans, the variation in surfaces
(water, mountains, flat land, etc.) create variations in heat. This atmospheric heat differential creates
wind and other weather disturbances.
Since there is a multitude of heat differential from Earth’s varied
terrain, we have a significant amount of wind.
Wind
energy is captured with a combination of curved surfaces and electric
generators making up a system called a wind turbine. Due to the different types of wind
characteristics in any given spot or atmospheric altitude, different
application wind turbines are needed.
Wind turbines can be vertical or horizontal axis, installed at different heights,
and use smooth single pole or lattice towers.
The specifics of the wind turbine can vary considerably.
You
may choose the exact position of the Akari WindPower system, or we can suggest
the most effective location on your property/building to capture the most wind.
This
step is the most important part of the process.
Using an engineered solution, we will select the best wind turbine for
your application, that maximizes the capture of wind energy, and allows you to
obtain the most rebates and/or tax credits available.
Horizontal Axis Wind Turbine
Horizontal Axis wind turbines are the most common and visible to the public. They are very efficient at capturing wind
energy, however, depending on the site specific wind characteristic, the
horizontal axis wind turbine must be installed at a relatively high altitude.
Vertical Axis Wind Turbine
Wind Turbine Sizes
Financing Options
