Wind Energy

  1. American Wind Energy Association
    http://www.awea.org/
    Check out the work of this association which represents industries and advocates who promote wind energy as an alternative power source.
  2. British Wind Energy Association
    http://www.bwea.com/
    Find out more about wind energy as an alternative source of power through the information provided by this British organization.
  3. U.S. Department of Energy Wind Energy Program
    http://www.eren.doe.gov/wind
    The U.S. Department of Energy maintains this site with information about the use of wind to generate energy. the site includes details about the programs run by this organization, applications, images and other items related to this topic.
  4. Wind Resource Database
    http://www.nrel.gov/wind/database.html
    The National Renewable Energy Laboratory gathers data for wind resource maps of the United States and foreign countries that help developers or users find areas worthy of detailed wind resource monitoring.
  5. Wind Energy Weekly
    http://www.econet.org/awea/aweawew.html
    American Wind Energy Association newsletter available by subscription. Access the archives or receive a free educational electronic edition.
  6. Canadian Wind Energy Association
    http://www.canwea.ca/
    Information guide for the Canadian organization which works to promote the development and use of wind energy technology. In English and French.
  7. Mr. Solar Home Page
    http://www.mrsolar.com
    This site offers information to people interested in converting the electical system in their homes to solar and wind energy. Practical advice, technical data, new product updates are available.
  8. World Power Technologies, Inc.
    http://www.worldpowertech.com
    Identify specific energy needs and have them met with a wind/solar system. Price lists, order forms, and energy hints are provided.
  9. Energy and Environment
    http://zebu.uoregon.edu/energy.html
    Index of energy-related subjects and links to resources and organizations, including an animated wind farm.
  10. Vermont Solar Engineering
    http://www.vtsolar.com/
    Company that sells, designs, and installs renewable energy systems, including solar electric, wind, hydro power, and solar thermal systems.
  11. National Wind Coordinating Committee
    http://www.nationalwind.org/
    Committee which analyzes wind power and energy so as to promote the development of a market for wind power. Check out the publications.
  12. Gaviota Reef Resort
    http://www.belizenet.com/gaviota/
    Eco resort run by solar and wind power promises to accommodate any budget. Offers snorkeling rentals and provides contact information.
  13. Gridwatch.com Global Power Directory
    http://www.gridwatch.com/
    Comprehensive directory of power generation, transmission, distribution, and end-use. Includes alternative fuels and wind power.
  14. Welcome to Earth Sweet Home
    http://www.envirolink.org/orgs/earthsweet
    The Earth Sweet Home Institute offers information on its sustainability projects, including a bioregional, biodegradable and recyclable home. The site features details about straw bale construction and wind turbine and solar power used in the house.
  15. World Power Technologies
    http://www.webpage.com/wpt
    World Power Technologies manufactures wind powered generators. This site has an overview of the various models they've constructed.
  16. PMA Windmill Generator
    http://www.windmill.on.ca/
    Learn how to build a brakedrum permanent magnet alternator. Discover how much power can be garnered from wind.
  17. VisionQuest Windelectric Inc. http://www.greenenergy.com