Domestic wind turbines offer a compelling renewable energy solution for homes, farms, and small businesses looking to generate their own clean, sustainable electricity. 

 

These compact, efficient systems come in two main types - pole-mounted turbines that stand freely on a tall mast, and smaller building-mounted units that can be installed directly on a rooftop. Pole-mounted turbines, with blades up to 5 meters in diameter, can generate around 6 kilowatts of power in areas with ample wind resources. Meanwhile, the more compact building-mounted turbines, sporting rotors between 1-3 meters, are rated for a still-impressive 2 kilowatts of output. 

 

While domestic wind systems have higher upfront costs compared to utility power, they provide the immense satisfaction and financial benefits of generating one's own renewable energy, insulating the owner from future electricity price hikes. Government incentives and the option to sell excess power back to the grid can further enhance the economics. For those with the right site conditions, domestic wind offers an exciting, empowering clean energy alternative.