wind turbines video: introduction to wind power information from factsheet: technology
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Wind TurbinesVideo: introduction to wind powerhttp://www.planlocal.org.uk/videos/videopages/wind-an-introduction.html
Information from factsheet:• Technology basics – page 1
• Different types of wind turbines – page 1
• Feed in Tariff information – page 1
• Benefits for your community – page 2
• Myth busting facts – page 2
• Checklist: is wind the right technology for my community? – page 3
• Subregional information and contacts – page 4
Case studiesWind turbine in Merseyside case study – CLASP website
Wind Turbines – the basics
Video: an introduction to wind powerhttp://www.planlocal.org.uk/videos/videopages/wind-an-introduction.html
How do wind turbines work?
Different types of wind turbine
Wind turbines use large blades to catch the wind. When the wind blows the blades are forced round, driving a turbine which generates electricity.
Vertical Axis Horizontal Axis
Wind Turbines – Feed In TariffsGenerating a source of income for your community from wind turbines
What are Feed in Tariffs
• Government incentive to encourage the generation of renewable electricity
• Owners of wind turbines can make money from the sale of the electricity generated
• Guaranteed for 20 years
• Retail price index linked
• Very attractive return on your community investment
• Tariffs currently at their highest but will be reduced in the future
Wind Turbines – Benefits and MythsWhat benefits could wind energy generate for your community
• Protection against rising fuel prices
• Make money for your community
• More local jobs
• Low maintenance technology
• Reduce your carbon emissions
• Improve community well-being
What are the common myths surrounding wind turbines• Wind turbines are noisy
• Wind turbines are a threat to birds
• Wind turbines reduce rural tourism
• Wind turbines have negative effects of health
Wind Turbines – ChecklistAre wind turbines suitable for your community?
• Enough wind
• Land/Building owner permission
• Accessibility of site
• Connection to National Grid
• Planning permission