Residential wind energy being considered in Red Deer

Roof-top wind energy generators are being considered in Red Deer.

A pilot project being proposed to the Municipal Planning Commission would see one or more turbines installed and tested. We understand that the units being considered are horizontal blade systems that take advantage of the updraft from a home's sloped roof.

The jury is still out on the overall suitability of wind energy - concerns about high construction costs and significant impacts on bird populations lead some to question their suitability.  However, pilot projects such as the Red Deer one are sure to lead to a better understanding of the options.

You can read more in this Red Deer Advocate article.

Posted in Renewable Energy by: lornedaniel 2009/11/01 1 Comments

  • Posted By: Mike Forsyth 2 months agoHorizontal ridge turbines are easy to shield with 1/2" mesh to protect birds. I and one of my neighbours are considering placing them on our shops (40-60 ft long) as they run east-west. Since there is not much commercially available we will probably have to build our own. Anyone want to join us?Reply
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