Wind turbines
Wind turbines harness the wind's power to generate electricity.
When the wind blows, the blades spin round, driving a turbine that generates electricity. The stronger the wind, the more electricity produced.
How do wind turbines work?
Wind turbines harness the wind's power to generate electricity.
When the wind blows, the blades spin round, driving a turbine that generates electricity. The stronger the wind, the more electricity produced.
Benefits of wind turbines
There are lots of benefits to installing your own wind turbine.
- Cut your electricity bills. Wind is free; your electricity costs will reduce once you’ve paid for the installation.
- Reduce your carbon footprint. Wind-generated electricity is renewable and doesn’t release harmful carbon dioxide or other pollutants.
- Store electricity for calm days. Use battery storage to store excess electricity and use it when there is no wind. This is particularly valuable to homes not connected to the grid.
Costs and savings of wind turbines
Wind turbine costs and savingsLearn more about wind turbine costs and savings via Energy Saving Trust.
Wind turbine maintenance
How to maintain wind turbinesMaintenance checks are necessary every few years and will generally cost around £100 – £200 per year, depending on the turbine size.
Discover the best way to maintain your wind turbines through Energy Saving Trust.
Funding for wind turbines
Read more about the Home Energy Scotland Grant and LoanThe Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan, funded by the Scottish Government, can help you cover the cost of installing a wind turbine. Grant funding is unavailable, but you could borrow up to £2,500 as an interest-free loan.
Case studies
Explore the Green Homes NetworkOn the Green Homes Network, you can read case studies of homeowners who’ve installed wind turbines.