Wind turbine trees

Wind turbines are divisive with many projects souring relationships within and between communities long before any construction starts.

French engineers believe the answer may lie in wind turbine trees – designs that aim to be smaller and easier on the eye.

The 12m-tall tree structures have 72 vertical turbine leaves that rotate quietly to produce energy. All cables and generators are wired into the branches so that the turbine operates near silently.

https://youtu.be/OpC1TZ0mTMw

At their current scale, the wind turbines produces only 3.1 kW, but a streets lined with wind turbine trees could power local lights.

The ethical choice

The ETA was established in 1990 as an ethical provider of green, reliable travel services. Over 30 years on, we continue to offer cycle insurance , breakdown cover and mobility scooter insurance while putting concern for the environment at the heart of all we do.

The Good Shopping Guide judges us to be the UK’s most ethical provider.

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