Advantages Of Wind Energy » Energy http://advantagesofwindenergy.org Benefit from powering your home the natural way Thu, 09 Sep 2010 07:15:42 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=abc Wind EnergyThe Facts: A Guide to the Technology, Economics and Future of Wind Power (European Wind Energy Associati) http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-energythe-facts-a-guide-to-the-technology-economics-and-future-of-wind-power-european-wind-energy-associati http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-energythe-facts-a-guide-to-the-technology-economics-and-future-of-wind-power-european-wind-energy-associati#comments Thu, 09 Sep 2010 07:15:42 +0000 Advantages Of Wind Energy http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/?p=318 ... read more]]> Wind EnergyThe Facts: A Guide to the Technology, Economics and Future of Wind Power (European Wind Energy Associati)

Wind power is often held up as the most accessible and cost effective route to reducing our reliance on fossil fuels and improving our energy independence, yet knowledge of what it offers is often clouded by myths and misunderstandings, which can hamper its adoption.

This new book, the result of an ambitious project coordinated by the European Wind Energy Association, presents the facts about wind energy. It includes six sections discussing: technology; grid integration; economics of wind; industry and markets; environmental impacts; scenarios and targets.

Contributions are drawn from nine leading research bodies across Europe, and the material is global in its scope. It is therefore an essential resource and reference for those whose work or study demands an in-depth examination of the subject, and for anyone who wants detailed, accurate and up-to-date information on this key energy source.

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]]> http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-energythe-facts-a-guide-to-the-technology-economics-and-future-of-wind-power-european-wind-energy-associati/feed 1 The Homeowner’s Guide to Renewable Energy: Achieving Energy Independence through Solar, Wind, Biomass and Hydropower (Mother Earth News Wiser Living) http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/the-homeowners-guide-to-renewable-energy-achieving-energy-independence-through-solar-wind-biomass-and-hydropower-mother-earth-news-wiser-living http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/the-homeowners-guide-to-renewable-energy-achieving-energy-independence-through-solar-wind-biomass-and-hydropower-mother-earth-news-wiser-living#comments Sun, 05 Sep 2010 11:28:30 +0000 Advantages Of Wind Energy http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/?p=313 ... read more]]> The Homeowner’s Guide to Renewable Energy: Achieving Energy Independence through Solar, Wind, Biomass and Hydropower (Mother Earth News Wiser Living)

  • ISBN13: 9780865715363
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The coming energy crisis caused by a peak in global oil and natural gas production will profoundly affect the lives of all North Americans. As the price of these vital fuels rises, homeowners will scramble to cut their fuel bills. Two options for meeting the upcoming challenge are dramatic improvements in home energy efficiency and efforts to tap into clean, affordable, renewable energy resources to heat and cool homes, to provide hot water and electricity, and even to cook. These measures can result in huge savings and a level of energy independence.

The Homeowner’s Guide to Renewable Energy tells you how. It starts by outlining the likely impacts of fossil fuel shortages and some basic facts about energy. It then discusses energy conservation to slash energy bills and prepare for renewable energy options. Focusing carefully on specific strategies needed to replace specific fuels, the book then examines each practical energy option available to homeowners:

• Solar hot water, cooking, and water purification
• Space heat: passive and active solar retrofits
• Wood heat
• Passive cooling
• Solar electricity
• Wind-generated electricity
• Electricity from microhydropower sources
• Emerging technologies—hydrogen, fuel cells, methane digesters, and biodiesel

The Homeowner’s Guide to Renewable Energy gives readers sufficient knowledge to hire and communicate effectively with contractors and, for those wanting do installations themselves, it recommends more detailed manuals. With a complete resource listing, this well-illustrated and accessible guide is a perfect companion for illuminating the coming dark age.

Dan Chiras has studied renewable energy and energy efficiency for three decades and has installed several renewable energy systems. He lives in a self-designed passive solar/solar electric home. An award-winning author of over 20 books, he is a sustainability design consultant who teaches courses on renewable energy, green building, and sustainability at Colorado College.

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  • ISBN13: 9780865716209
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“Authors Dan Chiras, Mick Sagrillo, and Ian Woofenden have addressed the needs of people seeking a clearly written, comprehensive guide to the small-scale wind arena.” Backhome Magazine

“Read no further than Power From the Wind by prolific writer and sustainable living practitioner Dan Chiras, with contributions by Mick Sagrillo and Ian Woofenden. This book helps you assess your energy needs, your site’s wind energy potential, and sort out every aspect of the design, purchase and installation of a small-scale, or residential wind system. Amazingly, it does so without demanding that you be  some technical tinkerer or electrical engineer.  – John Ivanko, Sustainablog

“What can the wind do for the world’s power problems? Power From The Wind discusses how people can use wind power to power their own homes on a small scale, reducing power consumption bills. Wind is cheap and renewable; to not harvest it for use is wasteful. Outlining how to get started harvesting wind power, author Dan Chiras answers many of the most commonly asked questions. Power From the Wind belongs in any collection for the environmentally thoughtful.” – James. A. Cox, The Midwest Book Review

Faced with frequent power outages, skyrocketing energy costs, and constant reminders of the impacts of conventional energy sources, homeowners and businesses are beginning to explore ways to use energy more efficiently and to generate their own electricity to reduce fuel bills and their carbon footprint and to achieve greater independence.

Power From the Wind is an easy-to-understand guide for individuals and businesses interested in installing small wind energy systems and includes information on the following:

  • Ways to assess wind resources at your site
  • Wind turbines, towers, inverters, and batteries
  • Installation, maintenance, and costs

This book is designed to help readers make the smartest, most economical choices. Readers will gain the knowledge they need to make wise decisions during the design, purchase, and installation of small wind energy systems and to communicate effectively with wind system installers.

Dan Chiras is an internationally acclaimed author who has published over twenty-four books, including The Homeowner’s Guide to Renewable Energy. He is a certified wind site assessor and has installed several residential wind systems. Dan lives in a passive solar home in Evergreen, Colorado. Mick Sagrillo is the wind technology specialist for Wisconsin’s Focus on Energy. Ian Woofenden is a wind electricity editor, writer, workshop coordinator, instructor, and user in Washington’s San Juan Islands.

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]]> http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/power-from-the-wind-achieving-energy-independence/feed 3 Thames & Kosmos Alternative Energy and Environmental Science Wind Power http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/thames-kosmos-alternative-energy-and-environmental-science-wind-power http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/thames-kosmos-alternative-energy-and-environmental-science-wind-power#comments Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:28:25 +0000 Advantages Of Wind Energy http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/?p=311 ... read more]]> Thames & Kosmos Alternative Energy and Environmental Science Wind Power

  • Build a working wind turbine
  • Harness mechanical energy from wind to lift weights
  • Generate electricity to light and LED and charge a battery
  • Learn the physics of wind turbines
  • Discover how wind occurs and why it is such a promising energy source

Renewable Energy Science Kit. Build a working wind turbine. Harness mechanical energy to lift weights. Generate electricity to light an LED and charge a battery. Learn the physics of wind turbines. Discover how wind occurs and why it is such a good energy source. Includes full-color, 32 page experiment manual.

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]]> http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/thames-kosmos-alternative-energy-and-environmental-science-wind-power/feed 5 Wind Power, Revised Edition: Renewable Energy for Home, Farm, and Business http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-power-revised-edition-renewable-energy-for-home-farm-and-business http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-power-revised-edition-renewable-energy-for-home-farm-and-business#comments Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:28:24 +0000 Advantages Of Wind Energy http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/?p=310 ... read more]]> Wind Power, Revised Edition: Renewable Energy for Home, Farm, and Business

  • ISBN13: 9781931498142
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Wind energy today is a booming worldwide industry. The technology has truly come of age, with better, more reliable machinery and a greater understanding of how and where wind power makes sense–from the independent homestead to a grid-connected utility-wide perspective. Heightened concerns about our environment mean that this resurgence of interest in wind–a natural and widespread power source–is here to stay. Wind Power is the completely revised and expanded edition of Paul Gipe’s definitive 1993 book, Wind Power for Home and Business. In addition to expanded sections on gauging wind resources and siting wind turbines, this edition includes new examples and case studies of successful wind systems, international sources for new and used equipment, and hundreds of color photographs and illustrations.

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]]> http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-power-revised-edition-renewable-energy-for-home-farm-and-business/feed 5 Wind Energy Explained: Theory, Design and Application http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-energy-explained-theory-design-and-application http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-energy-explained-theory-design-and-application#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:28:19 +0000 Advantages Of Wind Energy http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/?p=309 ... read more]]> Wind Energy Explained: Theory, Design and Application

Wind energy’s bestselling textbook- fully revised.

This must-have second edition includes up-to-date data, diagrams, illustrations and thorough new material on:

  • the fundamentals of wind turbine aerodynamics;
  • wind turbine testing and modelling;
  • wind turbine design standards;
  • offshore wind energy;
  • special purpose applications, such as energy storage and fuel production.

Fifty additional homework problems and a new appendix on data processing make this comprehensive edition perfect for engineering students.

This book offers a complete examination of one of the most promising sources of renewable energy and is a great introduction to this cross-disciplinary field for practising engineers.

“provides a wealth of information and is an excellent reference book for people interested in the subject of wind energy.” (IEEE Power & Energy Magazine, November/December 2003)

“deserves a place in the library of every university and college where renewable energy is taught.” (The International Journal of Electrical Engineering Education, Vol.41, No.2 April 2004)

“a very comprehensive and well-organized treatment of the current status of wind power.” (Choice, Vol. 40, No. 4, December 2002)

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]]> http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-energy-explained-theory-design-and-application/feed 5 Alternative Energy Sources-(Geothermal,Water&Wind http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/alternative-energy-sources-geothermalwaterwind http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/alternative-energy-sources-geothermalwaterwind#comments Wed, 01 Sep 2010 10:53:41 +0000 Advantages Of Wind Energy http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/?p=317 ... read more]]> Alternative Energy Sources-(Geothermal,Water&Wind

The need for energy is as old as humankind. From the dawn of civilization, people have been searching for new and more efficient sources of energy to cook their food and provide their shelter with heat and light. Some of the most recent areas of exploration in the ongoing search for new energy sources have, in fact, been available to us from the beginning of time : The wind, the water and geothermal energy, utilizing the heat from the core of the planet. In this comprrehensive and informative presentation, methods for the derivation of energy from some of these lesser publicized energy sources are discussed, covering aspects from how they work, the history of their exploitation, relative shortcomings and advantages, and their future potential The use of windmills, from ancient to modern times is covered with emphasis placed on the need to supplemet this erratic energy source to increase their effectiveness. In the area of water power, the use of tidal power, wave energy , and the energy to be derived from kelp farms are elaborated upon. with emphasis on their value in terms of a nonexpendabel energy source. Finally, geothermal energy sources, especially progress made iin the twentieth century in harvesting our planet’s heat, is discussed. Special metion is made of the worldwide availability as well as its successful utilization around the world today.

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]]> http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/alternative-energy-sources-geothermalwaterwind/feed 1 View of Windmills on a Wind Energy Farm Photographic Poster Print, 18×24 http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/view-of-windmills-on-a-wind-energy-farm-photographic-poster-print-18x24 http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/view-of-windmills-on-a-wind-energy-farm-photographic-poster-print-18x24#comments Tue, 02 Feb 2010 10:32:19 +0000 Advantages Of Wind Energy http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/view-of-windmills-on-a-wind-energy-farm-photographic-poster-print-18x24 ... read more]]>

  • Photographic Print Title: View of Windmills on a Wind Energy Farm
  • Size: 18 x 24 inches

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View of Windmills on a Wind Energy Farm is digitally printed on archival photographic paper resulting in vivid, pure color and exceptional detail that is suitable for any museum or gallery display. Finding that perfect piece to match your interest and style is easy and within your budget!

View of Windmills on a Wind Energy Farm Photographic Poster Print, 18×24

]]> http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/view-of-windmills-on-a-wind-energy-farm-photographic-poster-print-18x24/feed 0 Wind Energy 2010 Wall Calendar http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-energy-2010-wall-calendar http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-energy-2010-wall-calendar#comments Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:06:13 +0000 Advantages Of Wind Energy http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-energy-2010-wall-calendar ... read more]]>

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Go Green with this wall calendar that shows the simpler side of living. Windmills are a beautiful and Eco-friendly alternative to conventional power plants. Also includes energy-saving tips and locations.

Wind Energy 2010 Wall Calendar

]]> http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/wind-energy-2010-wall-calendar/feed 0 Why is Wind Energy a Good Alternative Energy Source? http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/why-is-wind-energy-a-good-alternative-energy-source http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/why-is-wind-energy-a-good-alternative-energy-source#comments Mon, 25 Jan 2010 10:06:04 +0000 Advantages Of Wind Energy http://advantagesofwindenergy.org/advantages-of-wind-energy/why-is-wind-energy-a-good-alternative-energy-source ... read more]]> Wind energy is the best solution to most of our home energy bill problems. Now that there is an ongoing economic crisis and the price of everything is going up, it is highly recommended that we look for alternative energy sources that we can use. This is to cut down cost and help us save money. One of the best solutions is the wind energy.

In addition to helping us lessen our expenses on home energy, it is also environment friendly. Unlike most energy sources that release chemical substances into the atmosphere, wind generators only uses wind power. It has no other byproducts that can damage our atmosphere causing ozone thinning and many other related problems. The only thing that the wind generator will produce is the cheap energy that you can use in to power the appliances in your house.

However, having wind generators installed by experts may still cost much. For homeowners, it would not make sense if you have to spend thousands of dollars in something that will only reduce your home energy bill by a hundred dollars per month. You would need to use and wait for several years for your investment to pay back.

To make this alternative energy source cheaper, you can install it by yourself. This is the reason why many homeowners now prefer to use this energy source. There is now an available guide to help us through the installation process. This systematic guide also has tips to ensure the proper installation of the wind generators. The guide or manual also contains information on the maintenance of the wind generator so that you do not have to contact a technician in case there something is wrong with your generator.

The DIY kit and the manual are much cheaper than the ready-made wind generator allowing you to save money even during the installation of it. All that you have to do is buy the kit, avail the manual and assemble it. Your wind generator will be up and running in no time saving you money from energy expenses. The guide is very easy to understand and includes some schematic plans to ensure that you are putting the right parts in the right position. If you are still having trouble installing the wind generator, you can look for help online.

Before putting up a wind generator, consider the location of your home. If you live in the city and surrounded by tall buildings, of course, wind generators is not applicable for you. As the name of this energy source implies, there should be wind to make it run and tall buildings can obstruct wind in reaching your house. For this, a suggestion is the solar panel as your alternative energy source.

If you are interested in using wind power to produced electricity, or you want to produced electricity from wind, click here to learn more.

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