1st Anniversary of Installation of 6kW Wind Turbine at Powis Hughes
In April 2010 we installed a 6kW Wind Turbine. Our first year report is as follows:
Comment
The turbine has generated more than we expected, albeit that nationwide 2010 was a 'poor' year for wind. We are pleased to report no faults or defects and apart from one service the turbine has not been shut off for any reason. The payback is on track and is making about a 10% return on investment.
Sustainability
Installing the turbine is a big step towards meeting our sustainability targets.
The onsite energy generation will ensure our offices are predominantly powered by renewable energy, with any excess sold back into the Grid.
We hope our turbine will encourage local businesses and residents to consider microgeneration projects of their own.
Turbine details
- 6kW rated Proven 11 Energy Wind Turbine
- 15m self-supporting mast
- 5.5m rotor diameter
- 3 downwind, self-regulating blades
- 7,000-8,000 kWh estimated annual output
- 3 x Windy Boy inverters
Basic financial details
- Price £27,150 + VAT
- Feed in tariff 26.7p/kWh generated
- 3p/kWh exported to the Grid
- Expected payback in 7-8 years
- 7,000-8,000 kWh estimated annual output
- Estimated 120% of office requirements
Further information
The turbine was manufactured by:
Proven Energy
www.provenenergy.co.uk
Installed by:
Industrial Maintenance Services (IMS)
Portsmouth T: 023 9262 1590
www.imsindustrial.co.uk
If you are interested in discussing a microgeneration project of your own or for further details on ours, contact us.
We would like to thank our landlords: BBSRC & IAH.