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Small wind turbines are well suited to rural areas where there is a constant and strong wind flow. The buildings of urban areas tend to block the wind flow, making them an unsuitable site for wind energy generation. In a rural area where winds are consistent and strong, and there is no electricity network connection, it will likely be cost-effective to install a small wind turbine. With a rated power of 2kW the ThinAir Wind Turbine is perfect for powering your household.

When planning your wind turbine project remember to allow for the costs of maintaining your wind turbine. Small wind turbines will need slightly more ongoing maintenance than do micro-hydro systems or solar panels. The more exposed your site is, the more maintenance your wind turbine will require. When installed and maintained correctly a small wind turbine electric system should last well over twenty years. Even in a high wind area, the wind will still blow intermittently so it’s important that you have a source of backup power. This might be in the form of solar or micro-hydro system, or an existing connection to the grid.