Related Links on Wind Energy
Follow these links to various programs and sources of information on understanding how the wind is used to generate electricity, current wind technology research, various types of turbines, and applications of the technology.
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American Wind Energy Association
Wind energy, a clean and renewable source of electric power, is also the world's fastest-growing energy source. Learn all about it on this site.
American Wind Energy Association's Small Wind Systems
Includes answers to Frequently Asked Questions, State-by-State Information, Advice from an Expert, and a list of Equipment Providers.
Apples & Oranges: Choosing a Home-Sized Wind Generator
This article (PDF 269 KB), with its technical appendix (PDF 81 KB), by Mick Sagrillo of Home Power magazine provides comparisons of small wind turbines and general advice to anyone considering purchasing a small wind turbine.
Distributed Wind Generation Study for Northeast Colorado
This study was published in 2005 by the Governor's Office of Energy Management & Conservation. (PDF 995 KB)
Harvesting the Wind: A Landowner's Guide to Wind Energy Development in the Great Plains
Short brochure geared toward landowners interested in making their land available to wind energy developers. (PDF 395 KB)
National Wind Technology Center (Wind Research at NREL)
This world-class research facility is managed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory for DOE. NWTC researchers work with members of the wind energy industry to advance wind power technologies that lower the cost of wind energy through R&D of state-of-the-art wind turbine designs.
Site Analysis for Wind Generators
A two-part article by Mick Sagrillo from Home Power magazine.
Part 1: (PDF 105 KB)
Part 2: PDF 127 KB)
The Most Frequently Asked Questions About Wind Energy (American Wind Energy Association)
A brief introduction to wind energy covering a variety of topics including how wind turbines work, the environmental and economical benefits of wind energy, and the cost of wind energy. (PDF 295 KB)
Wind Energy Basics
A good selection of resources to help you learn how a small wind energy system could provide your farm or ranch with electricity. Some resources also provide information on the economic opportunities available to those who let utilities put large-scale wind turbines on their farms and ranches (see "Introduction to Wind Energy").
Wind Energy for Your Farm or Rural Land (American Wind Energy Association)
This short paper discusses the benefits of wind energy development and includes facts and tips for owners of windy land. (PDF 153 KB)
Wind Energy Technologies (DOE Wind & Hydropower Technologies Program)
Learn about how wind energy works, what to consider if you want to use wind power at home, and the latest in R&D.
Wind Powering America
Wind Powering America is a commitment to dramatically increase the use of wind energy in the United States. This initiative will establish new sources of income for American farmers, Native Americans, and other rural landowners, and meet the growing demand for clean sources of electricity.
Wind Web Tutorial (American Wind Energy Association)
Online tutorial covering numerous topics including wind energy basics, economics of wind energy, environmental impacts of wind energy, and offshore wind energy development.
Windustry
Windustry promotes wind energy through outreach, educational materials, and technical assistance to rural landowners, local communities and utilities, and state, regional, and nonprofit collaborations.