French company NewWind is looking to tap into the US wind power market with its aesthetically pleasing Wind Trees. The as low as 4.5 mph-tall structures have 54 spinning Aeroleafs which can move in winds 30 feet, and have the capacity to generate 5,400 W per tree. A smaller model for domestic use is expected to be launched in 2018. Rather than generating power for the grid, the Wind Trees can charge power stations or power lights in municipal spaces. WindTrees have already been installed in Switzerland, France and Germany and although the current cost is $55,350, NewWind is seeking ways the price tag can be reduced.
French company NewWind is looking to tap into the US wind power market with its aesthetically pleasing Wind Trees. The 30 feet-tall structures have 54 spinning Aeroleafs which can move in winds as low as 4.5 mph, and have the capacity to generate 5,400 W per tree. A smaller model for domestic use is expected to be launched in 2018. Rather than generating power for the grid, the Wind Trees can charge power stations or power lights in municipal spaces. WindTrees have already been installed in Switzerland, France and Germany and although the current cost is $55,350, NewWind is seeking ways the price tag can be reduced.