In 2019, we introduced a new 15 kW turbine with advanced features and an energy production capacity over double that of our 10 kW. It has a rotor diameter of 23 feet and is typically installed on 80 or 100 foot towers. Our 10 kW unit, the BWC EXCEL 10, is the best-selling residential unit in the U.S. Depending upon the average wind speed in the area this will require a wind turbine rated in the range 5-15 kilowatts. Homes typically use 1,000-2,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity per month. In northern parts of the country, where less air conditioning is used, the bills can be very low year round. It is not uncommon for homeowners with total electric homes and Bergey turbines to have monthly utility bills of $15-$20 for most of the year. The wind turbine typically lowers your utility bill by 50-100%. There are no batteries in a standard residential wind system. When the turbine output is more than the house needs, the excess electricity is sold to the utility. As the wind speed increases the turbine output begins and increases and the amount of energy purchased from the utility is proportionately decreased. If the wind speed is below about 7 mph there will be no output from the wind turbine and all the needed energy is bought from the utility. The home is served simultaneously by the wind turbine and the utility. The turbine output is then made electrically compatible with the utility and the output is fed into the household wiring at the breaker panel. The wind turbine, which is installed on top of a tall tower, collects wind energy and converts it into electricity. Small Wind Turbines for Homes & Businesses
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