Alternative Sources Of Energy Are Within Your Reach

As the world demand for electric power outstrips the supply, the need for alternative sources of energy mushrooms.

But what can YOU do about it?

As it turns out, plenty.

Apart from being careful about how much power and water you use at home, you can employ your own pollution-free and cost-effective alternative sources of energy.

In fact, home solar and wind power can literally replace the conventional systems that now power most American homes.

These alternative sources of energy can help you avoid power outages and reduce substantially and in most cases even eliminate entirely your electricity bills.

And by installing these alternative sources of energy you also help improve the environment.

Wind power solutions work best when the following conditions are met:

** You have a house or farmhouse sitting in a large open area. Typically, wind power solutions are employed in areas of more than an acre.

** The average wind speed in your area is about 11 miles per hour. Obviously, if you live in an area that has little wind flow, a wind power system will not work. Consult an expert before installing a wind power system at home.

** You need to draw water from external sources. You can install a wind power system even if you do not need to draw water from outside. However, if you need to pump water from outside on a regular basis, a wind power system offers the best solution.

** Your house needs an uninterrupted power supply. Power outages are largely a thing of the past with homegrown wind power systems. You need no longer worry about a break in your work because the house goes dark.

A typical wind power system comprises a tower and five blades to churn out wind energy. The height of the wind tower varies depending on the location of your house. You may need a taller tower if you are in low-wind zone; you can work with a shorter tower if you live by the beach.

Windmills convert the power of the wind into electrical energy you can use to power your home and the electrical appliances in it. (The terms windmills, wind turbines, and wind generators are used interchangeably.)

You can even store the power generated for later use, making wind generators more efficient than conventional power systems.

To learn more about alternative sources of energy and how you can set up your own home energy system, follow the link below.

By: Dave Tishendorf

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