Introduction of wind

We've used the wind as an energy source for a long time.The Babylonians and Chinese were using wind power to pump water for irrigating crops 4,000 years ago, and sailing boats were around long before that.Wind power was used in the Middle Ages, in Europe, to grind corn, which is where the term "windmill" comes from.

You Can Build A Wind Generator

You are here because you are probably trying to decide if you can learn how to build a wind generator yourself.
Are you wondering...
How much will a homemade wind generator cost?
Can we get reliable, easy to follow wind generator plans?
How long will it take to build a wind generator?
Are home made wind generators comparable to store bought models?
Are the parts to build a wind generator easy to find?
The simple answer to all of your questions is – ‘You can build a 1000 watt homemade wind generator for under $100 (including the wind generator plans ! ) in about 2 weekends and all of the parts are readily available and quickly obtained.’
The main problem for our family was that it was just too expensive for us to buy enough solar panels or wind generators to power our off grid home. Who wants to break the bank? Not us.. We've been there and have a solution for you.
Where do I find the plans? Our family, over the past 15 years have scoured every source possible and we have read every book and seen every set of plans out there… we have tested and retested and we now can finally bring those plans to you.
Here, watch this video of us testing one of our wind generators.

The World’s Largest Wind Power Company by Installed Capacity

IBERDROLA RENOVABLES is a world leader of its sector. Boasting the largest base of operational renewable assets (over 9,300 MW) and the largest portfolio of future projects in the world (over 55,000 MW*), the company has consolidated its leadership position at the head of the worldwide wind energy sector** with nearly 9,000 MW of installed power, at the end of 2008.
Furthermore, the Company has achieved production of 16,998 million Kilowatt hours (kWh), representing an increase of 71.1% over 2007.
IBERDROLA RENOVABLES is a multinational company, operating in more 20 countries including the world markets with the greatest growth and development potential in this sector. The Company, one of the 10 leading firms in stock value of the Ibex-35, has become the fastest growing element of the IBERDROLA Group.
IBERDROLA RENOVABLES business model is sufficiently flexible to enable it to adapt to fluctuating economic scenarios. It has the largest project pipeline in the sector, encompassing a geographically diversified. Its wind turbine supply contracts are scalable, enabling it to adapt its investment plan by optimizing its project portfolio.
The Company operates in markets with stable regulatory environments, with the bulk of revenue assured through long term contracts.
IBERDROLA RENOVABLES competitive advantages, including geographic diversification, flexible wind turbine supply arrangements, a significant project pipeline and its financial strength, give it the ability to adapt investments should circumstances warrant, at all times maintaining its commitment to.
IBERDROLA RENOVABLES enjoys the support of IBERDROLA, one of the four largest electric companies in the world, who has made the Environment and sustainable development the key pillars of its future business strategy.
* Source: New Energy Finance.
** Includes a contribution of 10GW from Gamesa to joint venture companies following the strategic agreement between IBERDROLA RENOVABLES and Gamesa Energía.

Japan Wind Power Project Threatened

Eurus Energy Holdings Corp., Japan's biggest wind power supplier, may scrap a plan to build turbines in the north of the country after the regional utility said it will cut purchases of wind-generated power because supply is unreliable. The project for Hokkaido island would not be profitable under a power purchase plan offered by Hokkaido Electric Power Co., Eurus Energy President Kiyoshi Haraikawa said in an interview on Aug. 22. Hokkaido Electric in June told wind power companies bidding to supply the utility that it wants to buy 25 percent less electricity than offered

Olympic Wind Turbine for London 2012

The company constructing the Olympic Games site plans to build a wind turbine which would provide enough energy to power about 1,200 homes for a year, it was announced today. The Olympic Delivery Authority (ODA) said the 120-metre tall turbine, which will have a lifespan of about 20 years, will be used to power local amenities including street lighting and housing in the Olympic Park area after London 2012. The turbine, which will cost about £2 million to build and install and has 40-metre-long blades, will be located at Eton Manor in the north of the Olympic Park site in east London