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Additional Resources and References
Publications and Websites
AWEA's Small-Wind Downloads Page
Small Wind Success Stories
http://www.awea.org/smallwind/success_stories.htmlmall Wind Electric Sysems — A U.S. Consumer’s Guide
Small Wind Electric Sysems — A U.S. Consumer’s Guide
Developed by the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory to help consumers walk through the process of evaluating and installing a small wind turbine.
http://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy03osti/29793.pdfCalifornia Energy Commission — Renewable Energy Program
California Energy Commission — Renewable Energy Program
Renewable energy resources and information for residents of California.
http://www.consumerenergycenter.org
California Energy Network
California Energy Network
Designed to facilitate the installation of wind and solar energy in California,
as part of a multi-faceted consumer education program.
http://www.energybuilder.calenergy.org
Database of State Incentives for Renewable Energy
Online database compiled by the Interstate Renewable Energy Council.
http://www.dsireusa.org
Federal Aviation Administration
http://www2.faa.gov
Home Power Magazine
The hands-on journal of home-made power.
http://www.homepower.com
Interstate Renewable Energy Council
Grid-Interconnection Guide
Additional Small Wind Industry Information
Iowa Energy Center — Wind Energy Manual
Iowa Energy Center — Wind Energy Manual
An online manual that walks you through the considerations involved with setting up a small wind system. Written for Iowa residents, but generally applicable.
http://www.energy.iastate.edu/renewable/wind/wem-index.html
f Not Wind (.org)
If Not Wind (.org)
"...then what?" Site has factsheets, tutorials, statistics, research tools, and other information useful to wind novices as well as researchers.
http://www.ifnotwind.org
RENEW Wisconsin's Small Wind Turbine Consumer's Guide
Apples & Oranges 2002: Choosing a Home-Sized Wind Generator
Renewable Energy Atlas of the West
Depicts in full color the renewable energy resources of 11 western states, including high-resolution wind maps that are searchable in the online version. Profiles wind, solar, geothermal, and biomass potential. From the Land and Water Fund of the Rockies, Black Graphics, NWSEED, and GreenInfo Network. (July 2002)
http://www.energyatlas.org
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Wind Maps.org
High-resolution maps of wind energy potential in the Pacific Northwest. Resource estimates are accessible to the public through an interactive Geographic Information System (GIS) website.
http://www.windmaps.org
Wind Power for Farm, Home & Business
Wind Power for Farm, Home & Business
Comprehensive review of wind energy from micro wind turbines to megawatt machines, including site selection, installation, and operation. Other books by Paul Gipe include Wind Energy Basics and Wind Energy Comes of Age.
http://www.chelseagreen.com
Windustry — Wind Energy Basics
Windustry — Wind Energy Basics
Basic information on wind energy and small wind project resources for rural and urban landowners.
http://www.windustry.com/basics/default.htm
Agencies and Incentive Programs
U.S. Department of Energy— Wind Energy Program
For Farmers: Federal Grant & Loan Program ("Section 9006")
FAQ for "Section 9006" of the 2002 Farm Bill from the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture
Section 9006 FAQ from www.farmenergy.org
U.S. Department of Energy— Wind Energy Program
Provides information on the latest small wind turbine research, homeowner information, wind energy basics, answers to frequently asked questions,
and links to wind publications and organizations.
http://www1.eere.energy.gov/windandhydro
Wind Powering America
Wind Powering America
Compiles state wind maps, small wind consumer’s guides, wind workshops, and much more. Visit the "Regional Activities" section to read news articles, press releases, and fact sheets.
http://www.eere.energy.gov/windandhydro/windpoweringamerica
Nonprofit Organizations
American Solar Energy Society (ASES)
American Solar Energy Society (ASES)
National organization dedicated to advancing the use of solar energy for the benefit of U.S. citizens and the global environment. ASES promotes the widespread near-term and long-term use of solar energy.
http://www.ases.org
Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA)
SEIA is the national trade association of solar energy manufacturers, dealers, distributors, contractors, installers, architects, consultants, and marketers. We work to expand the use of solar technologies in the global marketplace. http://www.seia.org
Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC)
Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC)
Dedicated to accelerating the sustainable utilization of renewable energy sources and technologies in and through state and local government and community activities.
http://www.irecusa.org
Union of Concerned Scientists
Union of Concerned Scientists
Independent alliance of concerned citizens and scientists committed to building a cleaner, healthier environment and a safer world. UCS analyzes and advocates energy solutions that are sustainable both environmentally and economically, with a focus on supporting policies that let renewables compete successfully.
http://www.ucsusa.org
Small Wind Turbine Manufacturers and Distributors
http://www.awea.org/faq/smsyslst.html
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