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Wind As An Energy Alternative / Educational video. Department of Energy. Produce by the Solar Energy Research Institute. Wind: An Energy Alternative. This program looks at the history and uses of wind power, used for centuries by humans to move boats, pump water and grind grain including discussions on efficiency, problems in the urban environment, experimental systems and windmill use across the United States. Producer: Department of Energy. Creative Commons license: Public Domain.

Surprisingly good short film about wind energy. What makes it valuable is the interviews with Marcellus Jacobs (a builder of wind turbines in the 1930s) and Ted Finch (whose efforts got the concept of net metering legally acceptable in the US). It’s interesting to note that one of the people listed in the credits, Paul Gipe, is still active in the industry. He’s now a leading author on the subject. His website is http://www.wind-works.org

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It has been in service for a few months now and still working great. Thanks to all those who have great web sites that provide info. You know who you are.

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solar powered car for kids

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http://www.55energy.com MAKE CHEAP WINDMILL

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As energy prices continue to rise worldwide, many homeowners in the U.S. are becoming interested in renewable forms of energy to power their homes. Jeff Swicord introduces us to one horse farmer north of Washington D.C. who thinks the answer is small wind energy, in his case, personal wind turbines.

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http://www.55energy.com Build very CHEAP windmill

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This is part 1 of detailed steps. DIY Vertical Axis Wind Turbine

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50% of our house is currently running with 4 solar panels and 1 Air-X 400 watts turbine…

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http://55energy.com MAKE CHEAP WINDMILL

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Backyard wind power: Skystream 3.7 is the revolutionary wind generator designed for utility-connected homes. Reduce your electric bills with clean, renewable wind energy.

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