Wind Turbine Check List

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Run through our check list to find out if wind power is right for you.

Location

Wind turbines suit exposed locations where they can feed of a regular, uninterrupted wind speed. This can be high on a hill, in a middle of a field or on the coast. To work effectively, turbines need an average wind speed of no less than 5m/s. Urban areas can consider wind power provided they comply with planning authority regulations and have enough wind speed.

Obstacles

Also consider the impact of other buildings, trees. These don't just block wind, they can reduce the life of your wind turbine. Just because the trees don't have leaves in the winter and it feels windy doesn't mean it is a good site for a wind turbine - on the contrary it is definitely not.

Height

Height of the rotor is as important as location. We aim to put wind turbines on a pole, as high as you can to get the best wind resource. The qr5 vertical axis wind turbine can be mounted on buildings thanks to it's ability to perform in more turbulent conditions and with reduced noise.

Planning permission

Wind turbine systems usually require your local authority to grant planning permission. We strongly recommend that you contact yours prior to installing a system. Further information can be found on our wind turbine planning permission page.

Important note. Your wind turbine will only generate power if it gets wind. On average it is windy 1 day in 3 and many sites are not suitable.

Once you have run through our check list contact us for further advice on wind power.