Two twin skyscrapers in Bahrain have become the first building-integrated wind power, according to TreeHugger.com. Three 29-meter turbines are supported on bridges spanning the two buildings. The wind turbines are expected to generate approximately 11 - 15% of the buildings' power needs.
Now, granted this is a huge commercial application of alternative energy, but in my mind it exemplifies how, with a little forethought and planning, we can incorporate our power generation needs into our buildings and houses.
For people living in relatively windy locations, residential wind turbines might be worth checking out. The American Wind Energy Association has a web page with questions and answers about what you need to know to purchase a residential wind turbine. In the next few blog entries I'll add some additional information and links about residential wind power.
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