Turbines Éoliennes Vertica
 
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We consider four important steps in planning the installation of an wind-turbine electricity-generation system. The following steps will let you work out, among others, the wind force at your site and your energy consumption, and choose the right components to meet your needs.

The questions asked at each step will guide you to your final choice.
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Step 1 | Evaluate the site
Step 2 | Evaluate your energy needs

Step 3 | Determine the size of the wind turbine
You need to examine the specifications issued by the wind turbine manufacturers to have an idea of the approximate amount of energy that a wind turbine system produces, taking into account the average annual wind speed at the installation site.

The height of the turbine off the ground broadly affects the amount of energy produced.
The energy production estimates are for a height of 10 meters off the ground.

You need to consider all the obstacles that may impede the wind, such as:
Trees Buildings
Hills and mountains Atmospheric pressure
       
Step 4 | Choose the other components of the system (ACS)

*Source: Canadian Wind Energy Association (CanWEA)