by Vattenfall

Continuing my series on alternative energy sources, today I turn to the almighty power of wind. To me wind, more so than solar is the ultimate source of clean energy. I believe the power of wind will help us reduce the amount of coal and oil we burn to create electricity. The main reason I believe this will be the case is the fact that wind is a lot cheaper than solar and depending on the size of the wind turbine that you use; you actually control the amount of electric that you can create.

Wind power is very simple to understand. When the wind blows the fan blades turn on a windmill. As the windmill blades turn so does the alternator or generator it is connected to. Think of wind power as a big ceiling fan. As the alternator or generator gets spun from the wind, electric currents are created and in turn that power is then sent to a home, business to the city grid or whatever its intended use is.

There is nothing new or innovative about wind power. It has been around for decades, but because of the high cost of foreign fuels it really has only become main stream in the past few years.

As I stated before the amount of power that a windmill can generate depends on its size. The bigger the windmill the more power it will generate and in turn the less fossil fuel that is needed to burn. The downfall of this (if there really is one) is the larger the windmill the more area and height you need to build upon. Also, you need wind, of course, and not all areas of the country have a sufficient supply at reasonable heights.

That is the con part of wind power, here are the pros. Wind power can be added to any home or business for fewer than one thousand dollars. The “personal” windmill as I like to call it is becoming readily available through various manufacturing outlets. Also if you have even the least bit of handyman type of skills you can probably just build your own. Sure it may look a little rustic but as long as it works and cuts down your cost of electricity, what do you care!

Another benefit of wind power, as with other sources of green energy are the tax breaks the government gives you. If you happen to create too much electricity with your windmill or windmills (yes you can use more than one if you have the space), you can pump that extra power back into the city grid and you will actually be paid for it! The amount you get paid will depend on the wattage you supply back to the grid. Imagine creating enough electricity where the electric company actually pays you! Think it’s unrealistic? Think again, it is going on all over the country right now by many who have made a commitment to alternative energy.

My recommendation before you start slapping windmills on your property is to do your research thoroughly before you get started. Make sure your town and local government does not require permits or other legalities first. Once that is all clear, determine at what height your area actually produces adequate wind to generate the power you need to implement this alternative energy. Then get to work either buying a windmill or building your own and get an electrician to install it. Hire one that is knowledgeable about wind power. Don’t forget to contact your local electric company to see how you can pump electric back into the grid so they will pay you for it.

Between the electric companies paying you and you saving money on your electrical bills, the windmill will pay for itself in no time, and the best part is the peace of mind you will receive knowing you are helping to eliminate the need of foreign oil and fossil fuels.

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Oil prices are skyrocketing and it affects more than just your price at the pump. Utility companies are increasing their prices and the cost of batteries is always high, but there’s no way to live in the modern world and enjoy modern amenities without relying on a utility company or batteries to power the electronics which are so integral to our lives. Right?

Wrong! There are many forms of alternate energy sources that could not only save you thousands of dollars annually, but will help decrease pollution and its negative effects on our environment.

Most utility plants are coal-burning and even the “clean coal” produces some smog. The clean energy-producing nuclear power plants are few and far between and even they present the problem of possible nuclear meltdown and of how to dispose of toxic waste.

Alternative energy sources eradicate these pollution problems. Why, then, do traditional utility plants still exist? There are groups dedicated to the widespread promotion of alternative energy sources, but it is difficult for a culture so dependant on oil to change, especially when alternative energy sources require special arrangements and can sometimes have problems meeting the energy needs of thousands of homes and businesses all at once.

You can make a difference in your own home or business, though, by changing your individual energy source to an alternative energy option. Solar power, for example, is an alternative energy source frequently used in lieu of batteries to run accessories like flashlights or the electrical needs of an RV, but it also can produce enough power to power entire homes and businesses.

The solar cells on the panels convert sunlight photons into electrical energy and that energy is sent to an inverter, which converts the alternative energy into useable electricity. Excess energy not used immediately is stored for later use at night or on cloudy days. By installing solar power panels on the roof of or on the ground near your home or business, you can enjoy pollution-free, no-cost energy–after an initial installation fee, which could cost you between $ 10,000-100,000, depending on the size and energy needs of your building.

Hydropower, another pollution-free, no-cost alternative energy source, is more often used to power large buildings or entire towns, but if you have the appropriate environment, you may want to look into it–or you could even build the environment! Hydropower is an alternative energy source that uses the force of water moving downward–most often in waterfalls–to turn turbines that generate electrical energy.

Wind power is another popular source of alternative energy. If you live in an area with adequate wind, you can build a tall structure that’s similar to a giant fan on your property. This fan is an electrical generator powered by the wind, and similarly to other alternative energy sources, excess energy is stored for use when the wind is not strong.

There are quite a few alternative energy sources that are still undergoing testing, but you can do your part to help the environment today! Yes, converting to alternative energy sources can be expensive at first, but they are all virtually free to run after installation. Plus, without utility bills, you will more than make back your money over time. If you’re not ready to spend the money, look for alternative energy for accessories like flashlights!

Ready to install an alternate energy source in your home, business, or RV? Want to buy alternate energy-powered accessories? Eager to help spread the word about the benefits of alternate energy? Visit the Alternate Energy Resource Network at alternate-energy.net.

This video is a compilation of cool alternative energy research that we have done over the past few years. Some of these technologies work, and some of them are still in research stages. Others look cool but probably will not work. Regardless, it is important to look into and try to verify any alternative sources we can. dpenergy.us Please donate to our research efforts to develop these concepts into usable devices. smacksboosters.110mb.com
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