What is Small Wind Energy?

The Wind Energy collection brings together wind turbines of low and medium power and their associated electronics, designed for self-consumption, hybrid systems, and off-grid applications. Wind production complements solar by providing energy at night and on days with low irradiation.

Advantages and Limitations

• Ideal complement to photovoltaics in windy climates.
• Possibility of direct battery charging or grid connection via inverter.
• Limitations: requires sufficient wind resource, site study, and local permits.

Applications

• Rural homes, farms, and shelters.
• Hybrid solar-wind systems with batteries.

How to Choose

• Evaluate average wind speed and terrain roughness.
• Select generator power and mast height.
• Integrate suitable controllers/inverters and accessories.

Specifications (indicative)

Related

See Wind Turbines and Accessories. To integrate with PV: Solar Energy and an overview at Renewable Energies.