Considering the relentless winds we experienced in Michigan it has been great to see the advancement and new technolgy for wind turbines. The suceess will be in providing a affordable unit for residnetial homes and businesses. Check out the facts regarding wind energy
Environmental Benefits
- Non-polluting & safe for our environment
- Renewable resource
- Versatile, reliable energy
- No global warming impact
- Can be sized & installed to fit almost anywhere
- No impact on fisheries, wildlife, & natural habitats
- No depletion of Earth’s limited fossil fuels
- No valuable groundwater used
- Attractive technology integrates with rooftops
- No risk of power plant meltdown, flood or explosion
- No smokestacks or nuclear towers spoiling the skyline
- Option to combine solar & wind power by creating customized hybrid power systems
Economic Benefits
- Domestic products; reduction of reliance on foreign sources of energy
- State-of-the-art technology
- Local communities reap the benefits of money spent on solar systems
- National security is mitigated because sunlight & wind cannot be manipulated by business, governments, or terrorists
- Renewable energy creates high paying jobs in the manufacturing, installation, & research fields
- Homes with electric systems appreciate 62% faster than non-solar equipped homes (NREL study)
Financial Benefits
- Cost-effective
- Low cost maintenance parts
- Federal tax credits
- Incentives
- Well maintained systems have an expected life of 20+ years
- Energy from wind and solar is not subject to utility rate increases
- Year-round savings
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