How Wind Turbines Work
LEARN HOW WIND TURBINES CONNECT & FUNCTION IN A BUILDING
Wind turbines perform best on sites with strong, smooth winds. No matter what size and output, they should be erected on clear and open land, with little or no obstacles, such as buildings or large trees that will create wind turbulance.
Positioning a wind turbine
Wind turbines are best installed in an open, elevated area far from obstacles such as trees or buildings. The electricity generated by the wind turbine is fed back to an inverter which converts this electricity for use throughout the property.
Harnessing the energy of the wind
Wind turbines are best installed in an open, elevated area far from obstacles such as trees or buildings. The electricity generated by the wind turbine is fed back to an inverter which converts this electricity for use throughout the property. The inverter is usually installed in a garage, outhouse or barn but can also be installed in your main premises. We provide turbines from 6 kW, right up to 250 kW. Horizon will assist you from initial site survey right through to full installation and ongoing maintenance.
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Connecting to the building
DC electricity generated by the photovoltaics is sent to the Inverter. The Inverter transforms the DC electricity into standard household AC electricity. This AC electricity is then sent to your distribution board for use in your property or for export to the grid.
A: Inverter
The electricity generated by the wind turbine is sent to the Inverter. The Inverter transforms this electricity into standard household AC electricity. The AC electricity is then sent to your distribution board for use in your property or for export to the grid.
B: Generation Meter
The Generation Meter measures the total electricity produced by your wind turbine system. The amount produced is used to calculate your FIT or ROC returns.
C: Distribution Board / Fuseboard
The wind turbine system is connected to a distribution board in your home or property. From here the electricity produced by your wind turbine system can flow to any appliances needing power such as lights, computers, freezers or televisions. If your system produces more electricity than you need the excess is exported to the grid.
D: Electricity Meter
A new Import/Export electricity meter can be installed by your electricity provider. This measures how much electricity is brought in from the grid and how much electricity is sent on to the grid from your wind turbine system for which your electricity provider will pay you.
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Integrating with the grid
DC electricity generated by the photovoltaics is sent to the Inverter. The Inverter transforms the DC electricity into standard household AC electricity. This AC electricity is then sent to your distribution board for use in your property or for export to the grid.
A: Your Electricity Meter
DC electricity generated by the photovoltaics is sent to the Inverter. The Inverter transforms the DC electricity into standard household AC electricity. The AC electricity is then sent to your distribution board for use in your property or for export to the grid.
B: Electricity Grid
The Generation Meter measures the total electricity produced by your photovoltaic system. The amount produced is used to calculate your FIT or ROC returns.
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