FAQs: Wind
What is wind power?
Wind power is converting wind into a usable energy, electricity, using wind energy harnessing devices like windmills or wind turbines.
How does wind power work?
Wind blows throughout the day. When the wind strikes a wind energy harnessing device, the blades on the device spin. This generates kinetic energy. In the case of a wind turbine, the wind energy system then converts this kinetic energy into electricity that can be used for a home or business.
Can I have a wind turbine at my home?
Zoning and permitting laws are different in different places. Freedom Renewable Energy will work with you to determine if a wind energy system is allowed in your area and help secure the necessary permits to install one.
What are wind farms?
A wind farm is a collection of wind turbines in one area that produce electricity. Some wind farms are placed out at sea where the wind blows harder and larger turbines can be installed, while others are in remote areas with large lots of open land.
How much does a wind turbine cost?
Unfortunately, there is not a simple answer to this question as there are many factors that determine the cost of installing a renewable energy system, but wind energy systems are one of the lowest-priced types of renewable energy systems. However, in some areas there may be incentives or energy rebates to reduce the cost of a renewable energy system. Freedom Renewable Energy will help determine the best system for your needs and work with you to apply for incentives and rebates to help cut the costs.
Does the production of wind turbines pollute the environment?
As with every product, a wind generator does create a certain amount of pollution during production; industries have to manufacture steel, concrete, and aluminum, releasing fossil fuel into the environment. However, once completed, a wind generator is pollution free and able to pay back its initial carbon emission within 9 months.
How do I know if there is enough wind where I live?
Freedom Renewable Energy will do an on-site assessment of your home and determine if a wind energy system is right for you. If this system will not meet your energy needs, we will work with you to determine a system that will.
How do I get started?
Freedom Renewable Energy will get you started today. Fill out our form on the Contact Us page and a representative will contact you at your convenience or you can call us at 1.866.490.9952.
