Wind Turbine Energy: How It Works and Stocks to Watch

clipped from www.worldofrenewables.com In particular, the U.S. small wind turbine market grew over 20% and deployed over 9.7 megawatts (MW) of new capacity in 2008. Numerous new start-up manufacturers entered the market and small wind media inquiries were at an all-time high, reflecting this g Based on research data analysis, we project small residential wind turbines and solar PV are examples of technologies moving the U.S. toward realizing the new administration’s vision for a renewable energy future combined with creating thousands of new manufacturing and dealer jobs across the country. This past fall, Congress passed a small-wind tax credit that gives an average $4,000 investment tax credit for the purchase of turbines. President Obama's economic stimulus package could breathe new life into the emerging industry: small wind turbines. Specifically the bill provides a 30 percent investment tax credit to consumers who buy wind turbines, which are typically used to help power homes or small businesses.