Mile Hi SolarWind
Source: Shetland Wind Power Ltd
Wind power is a great alternative to Solar when weather conditions permit. While a turn-key wind installation is often less expensive than Solar per rated output, the actual energy produced is more difficult to predict. Average wind speeds can be found on the web for particular areas, extensive wind speed averages on your property are harder to come by. The plains of Northeastern Colorado often have good wind resources, especially towards the Wyoming border, and ridge tops in the mountains can also be good (hint.. if all the branches are on one side of the trees, it's good), if durable enough turbines are used.
For clients who want to use Wind power, we often recommend a hybrid system that incorporates both Wind and Solar power to ensure more reliable year round power.
