The energy present in wind can be converted into electricity with a wind turbine. Wind passing over the turbine creates rotary motion that turns an electric generator and creates electricity.

Listed below are various fact sheets and other information sources on the subject of wind energy.

Interested in implementing a renewable energy project, but are not sure what the process is? This fact sheet outlines the steps involved in preparing for your renewable energy system.
     Renewable Energy Projects: Guiding You Through The Process

This fact sheet describes what a site assessment is, what the benefits and costs are and how to obtain a site assessment for your location.
     Assess Your Property's Renewable Energy Potential

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Fact Sheets (Acrobat Reader Required)

     Using wind energy: small-scale systems

     Home Power's "Wind Turbine Buyer's Guide" written by Mick Sagrillo & Ian Woofenden
    
     Wind turbines and birds: Putting the situation in perspective in Wisconsin

     Harvesting Your Own Wind-generated Electricity

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Case Studies (Acrobat Reader Required)

     Doing Business with Wind

     Owning a PV/Wind Hybrid System: Being Your Own Utility

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Reports (Acrobat Reader Required)

This study investigates the difference between estimated energy production of a Vestas V-15 (65kW, 3-phase, 480VAC, 4200rpm) wind turbine, remanufactured by Energy Maintenance Systems and actual production. This study shows that the performance of a Wisconsin-sited Vestas V-15 (65kW, 3-phase, 480VAC, 4200rpm) wind turbine can be improved with a more aggressive-than-normal blade pitch.

     Vetas V15 Wind Turbine Performance Optimization: Sensitivity to Blade Pitch Angle in Moderate Wind Regimes