| Many people are considering alternative energy | | | | Cons to Wind Power |
| solutions that use renewable energy such as solar | | | | 1. Noise - Some people do not like the noise |
| and wind energy systems. Wind power systems are | | | | associated with the turning blades of a windmill while |
| gaining popularity because of the abundance of wind | | | | it doesn't both other people. |
| available. But before you decide on installing a windmill | | | | 2. Could be Damaged in Weather - Windmills can be |
| for your home's power consider these following pros | | | | damaged in severe weather. The most common |
| and cons. | | | | damage is caused by lighting. |
| Pros to Wind Power | | | | 3. Needs Average Winds of 11 MPH - Wind energy is |
| 1. Free Energy - Wind power is free after the initial | | | | a great alternative energy solution in areas that have |
| investment of the technology needed to capture it | | | | an average wind speed of 11 MPH but are not very |
| and use it in your home. | | | | effective in area that have lower wind speeds. |
| 2. Clean for the Environment - Wind energy doesn't | | | | So, as you can see, the pros far out way the cons |
| emit any harmful gases in order to provide your | | | | of using a home wind power system if you live in an |
| home with the energy it needs. | | | | area with the right amount of wind speed. If you |
| 3. Provides Power to Remote Areas - A wind | | | | don't live in an area with the correct amount of wind |
| system can provide power to people who live in a | | | | you may want to consider solar panels as a |
| remote area and don't have access to traditional | | | | renewable energy solution for your energy needs. |
| power. | | | | |