Wind isn't for everyone. In fact, if you live in a city or town, chances are wind power is very likely not going to be an option for you. Although the wind blows in cities and suburbs, and sometimes blows quite fiercely, in heavily populated built-up environments, wind flows are often pretty turbulent at the heights where wind generators are located. That is to say, although the wind blows, it doesn't flow smoothly. It can't. There are too many obstructions - trees and buildings - that cause wind turbulence. Turbulence is pure hell on wind machines, viciously tearing many of the lighter-weight models.
 
Wind power is primarily useful as a source of electrical energy in rural areas on lots of one acre or more, but only in places where there are no ordinances prohibiting installation of a wind machine. Colorado's climate is very amenable to the utilization of small wind turbines for homes, farms, ranches and commercial properties. Simply Efficient is making good use of wind turbines in concert with solar energy as hybrid design. Often, when the sun isn't up or out, the wind is snapping away. The DC power is compatible and can be wired into the same electrical components reducing equipment costs.
 
If you think you may have an application for a wind turbine, contact us by requesting an estimate or call us today for information and a site evaluation.
 
Text after The Homeowners Guide to Renewable Energy by Dan Chiras
 

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From the SWWP statement "Impact of the American Recovery and Re-investment Act (2009 Stimulus Package)"

• The entire cost of a qualifying wind system (plus installation) is reduced by 30 percent. For example, if an average installation costs between $12,000 - $18,000, the stimulus package will save you between $3,600 - $5,400.
• If you purchased a qualifying wind system in 2008, you qualify for the federal-level tax credit, passed as part of the October 2008 bailout legislation, up to $2,400. If you purchased a qualifying wind system in 2008 but your dealer did not install it until 2009, ask your dealer to write a letter indicating that the wind turbine was not "commissioned" (became operational) until 2009. This will qualify you for the 30 percent tax incentive or a cash grant for the same amount.