The Wind is Blowing

Capturing the wind for power seems so alluring. Windmills have been around for centuries and I always wondered why we don’t all have one in our backyard. It has the illusion of being a “free” power source. In fact wind turbines are getting a renewed interest from those looking to get off the power grid. Unfortunately, they are anything but free. Estimates for setting up your own wind generating operation range from $15,000 to $50,000….OUCH! Yet – if you never have to pay a power bill again…..it makes one think. The U.S. Department of Energy has a great FAQ page to get you thinking if wind power might be for you. The answer my friend, might be blowing in the wind!