Advantages of Wind Power (general)
1) Free renewable resource -Wind power by itself is a free renewable resource. Capture costs depend on installation size and need.
2) Can be more cost effective than Solar - Generally less expensive than solar to implement.
3) Flexible source of energy - Highly compatible with and can be used to supplement solar or other energy sources for power generation. Wind power capture equipment (e.g. wind turbines, towers, etc.) range greatly in size and capacity to fit micro residential applications through industrial/commercial needs.
4) Available incentive programs - There are federal and state incentive programs that support residential (and business) system implementation
5) Fast ROI - Break even ROI is generally shorter than solar (3 - 5 yrs.).
For information on wind power disadvantages see our wind power disadvantages page.
