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[0] WIND GENERATORS with BATTERY and DC-AC INVERTER [2] Uses renewable energy Federal and state incentives Defrays energy cost or even let you sell electricity back to utility [3] The second most expensive type after solar Limited run time [depending on the battery tank's capacity] Requires a tall tower [4] In off-grid installations it's worth to supplement the system by a diesel or propane genset [1] 
A wind turbine converts wind energy into electric energy. Includes a battery bank, charger and grid tie DC-AC inverter with auto transfer switch May be used primarily in rural areas
Backup Power Systems for Homes
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