FAQs on Hybrid Systems

1. Will an Earth Tech Energy hybrid system save me money?
   A hybrid energy system can lower your electricity bill by 60 to 90 percent. It is not uncommon for wind turbine owners with total-electric homes to have monthly utility bills of only $8 to $15 for nine months of the year. The amount of money a small wind turbine saves you in the long run will depend upon its cost, the amount of electricity you use, the average wind speed at your site, and other factors.
   
   
2. Will it help the environment if I install a hybrid energy system at my home?
   Yes. Wind turbines produce no pollution and by using wind power you will be offsetting pollution that would have been generated by your utility company. Over its life, a small residential wind turbine can offset approximately 1.2 tons of air pollutants and 200 tons of greenhouse gases (carbon dioxide and other gases which cause climate change).
   
   
3. How do hybrid systems perform as an investment?
   The wind system will usually recoup its investment through utility savings within 6 to 10 years and after that the electricity it produces will be virtually free. Over the long term, a wind turbine is a good investment because a well-sited wind system increases property value, similar to any other home improvement. Many people buy wind systems in preparation for their retirement because they don't want to be subject to unpredictable increases in utility rates.
   
   

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