Do wind turbines and solar panels work together?

That still holds true for renewable power systems. A wind turbine and solar panel combination helps you get the best performance from your setup. Our hybrid systems are designed to avoid the common pitfalls that can cause wind- or solar-only systems to come up short. After all, the sun can’t always shine and the wind can’t always blow.

Are hybrid energy systems a good fit for your home?

Hybrid systems that tap both the sun and the wind for power can be a good fit for some homes. The national grid is slowly shifting towards renewable energy systems. In fact, according to a 2012 study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, renewable energy sources can provide up to 80% of the electricity needs of the United States by 2050.

Why should you install a wind-solar hybrid system?

Our hybrid systems are designed to avoid the common pitfalls that can cause wind- or solar-only systems to come up short. After all, the sun can’t always shine and the wind can’t always blow. Out of all these, installing a wind-solar hybrid system is the most impactful thing you can do to increase the effectiveness of your renewable energy system.

Should you go off-grid or a hybrid energy system?

For people looking to go off-grid, hybrid systems allow you to produce energy around the clock. This way, you can decrease the size of the battery system needed to power your home during the night. For residential, grid-connected, renewable energy systems, you will be able to decrease your reliance on the energy grid.

Can a combination wind and solar power system make a difference?

One of the big advantages of a combination wind and solar power system is that often—not always, but often—when sunlight decreases, wind increases and vice-versa. When there’s not enough wind to turn your turbines, your solar panels can make up the difference.

Can a wind turbine generate electricity?

This is not the case for your wind turbines. A wind turbine’s generator turns kinetic energy into electricity, and it doesn’t respond to an equilibrium in the same way a solar panel does. As long as the wind blows and the turbine is engaged, it will continue to generate power.