More than Just Hot Air — Crank up Tower for Micro Wind Power

More than Just Hot Air — Crank up Tower for Micro Wind Power

As consumers are becoming more aware of the lasting effects non-renewable energy fuels can have on the environment, many are seeking a more sustainable, eco-friendly option that not only is cost effective, but can also be sustained. Wind power is one of the most eco-friendly options currently available. Wind is a continuous resource, making wind power an unlimited power supply, especially when the power can be stored in batteries for a later use.

To understand the true benefits of wind power, it is important to consider several factors. The first factor to consider is cost. A micro wind turbine is one that can be installed in a backyard, often supplying enough energy for a home to live off the grid. This means, after the Crank up Tower and wind turbine themselves have been installed, the home can essentially live free of utility charge. The turbine produces enough energy to have the previous energy source disconnected from the home. In case of dry-spells (days that are not simply windy enough to power the home) the power collected can be stored safely in batteries, to use on a later date.



Some wind towers can actually produce an excess of power, allowing the home owner the option of taking the extra energy and selling it back to the utilities provider at a cost — giving the home owner extra cash in his pocket. Another financial reward to wind power is the longevity of the towers themselves. A tower last anywhere from 25-30 years, if not longer. This means a long-term financial savings for towers, something everyone can be happy about.



Many people are unsure of having a wind tilt crank tower installed in their backyard; uncertain about the green space they will lose, or understanding the long term cost. The towers can vary in width for the base, but our model is approximately four-feet by four-feet or about 1.2 meters by 1.2 meters in space. It may seem large, but after measuring it out in the backyard, many customers are shocked at how little space is actually needed.



Aside from financial savings, the carbon footprint with other fuel sources can be detrimental. With the constant demand for oil, coal or other non-renewable fuels, it is not surprising to hear the effects of global warming. Wind on the other hand, leaves almost no carbon footprint — an impressive feat for any fuel source.



Wind energy is a constant energy; as long as there has been life, there has been wind. There will always continue to be wind, making wind an economically suitable and environmentally conscious solution for those people trying to save money, or trying to save the environment.