EcoTech can supply three types of wind turbine systems:

(1) A Battery / Diesel generator system
Is a wind turbine charging a bank of batteries, which, in calm periods can be charged by the diesel generator.  This battery bank is then used to supply power to a house/building through an inverter.  This form of wind power is usually used in remote locations.

(2) Grid-Tie systems
Can be implemented where there is access to the grid.  Any power produced by the wind turbine is used in your house first and excess power is automatically and seamlessly exported to the grid.  There are energy brokers who will pay you for the power you export.  If in the case of a power cut, your wind turbine will disconnect from the grid.  This is a safety feature for technicians repairing the line.  When the grid is restored, your turbine will automatically connect once more and continue its exporting/ energy production.

(3) Heating-Only systems
Are a way of producing heat from the wind.  They are a simple and effective method of using the power from the wind to heat your home. 

Grant Aid for Wind Turbines
UK
The Low Carbon Buildings Programme (LCBP) grant scheme is applicable to the whole of the UK.  The grant is £1,000 per kW of installed capacity, subject to an overall maximum of £2,500 or 30% of the relevant eligible costs, whichever is the lower. 

Please contact LCBP to ask for the full grant criteria on 0800 9157722 or visit their website.  Grants are allocated on a first come first served basis, when all funds are allocated we are led to believe that the LCBP will cease to be.