Are there any true Solar or Wind technologies that can help you save money?

Question

Solar or Windpower equimpent that can save you real money in your own Personal Household.

Thank You

Answer 1

I think so...

Take a look a this web site: http://green-alternative.info/sun-energy...

"Wind power is transformed into electricity by using turbines. The blades turn generating an electrical current which is then powered by a generator. Almost 3% of the sun's energy can be turned into wind energy."

Mathieu Pard

Answer 2

I blog about residential wind power, so I can tell you that most of the home wind turbines on the market have a high purchase price and a long-term payback period.  You should save money in the long run, but it may take a while.

By all accounts, the Skystream 3.7 Residential Wind Turbine is the most popular personal wind turbine in the United States.  It sells on Amazon.com for $5,499.00 USD. Once installation costs are factored in, initial investment will typically be in the range of $12,000 USD to $15,000 USD. Rebates and incentives reduce the purchase price significantly in some areas.

Here's a quote from the manufacturer:

"Skystream 3.7 can pay for itself in 5 to 12 years. This payback period will vary and can be much quicker in states with investment rebates. It’s anticipated that Skystream 3.7 will save the average homeowner $500 to $800 per year, based on 4,800 to 6,600 kWh produced per year and a $0.12/kWh cost of electricity. This output would provide 40 to 90 percent of an average home’s energy needs. In states like Hawaii, where the cost of energy and wind speeds are both high, Skystream 3.7 can pay for itself in less than 4 years."

So, I guess the answer to whether or not a product like this will save YOU money depends on where you live.

Answer 3

Hey George S,

You might be interested in this, http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/winde... Yahoo! group. I asked a smilar question on this forum; who are the manufacturers, the costs, the form factors and the power output.

Let the wind howl!!! :?)

Cheers,

Tom