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Home Wind Turbines for Electricity

A small turbine can cost anywhere from $6,000 to $22,000 installed.  This can be recouped in six to fifteen years.  This is definitely better in windy areas. And of course you probably need to live in the country.  You generally need at least a half acre to accomodate your wind turbine. And of course you need wind.

• Find out information by state at the American Wind Energy Association
• Department of Energy wind resources map for the United States - see if you have enough wind. The plains are best suited for wind energy.
• Generally you can get government rebates for installing wind turbines
• When buying a system don't necessarily go for the lowest price. You want a system that will last. Do extensive research. It is a big investment.
• In many places you can sell excess energy back to your power company. Database for State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency DSIRE - this web site will tell you about incentives, rebates, as well as energy building codes, rules, and regulations.
• You might want to read this article on buying a wind electric system by HomePower Magazine

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