Small wind turbines

New Zealand has one of the best wind resources in the world. Small wind turbines can be a good way to generate some of your electricity needs, particularly as part of a 'stand-alone' power system or in rural situations.

Currently, the electricity generated by small-scale wind turbines is considerably more expensive to produce than buying electricity from the national grid.

Generally, small wind turbines are best suited to rural settings that are exposed to strong and consistent winds, and where there is no connection to the electricity network or grid.

For more information about small wind turbines, download the small wind turbine fact sheet.