Wind energy is good for our economy, environment and energy security because of the potential for owner revenue, revitalization of the rural communities and reduction of dependence on the power grid -- all without consuming natural resources or emitting pollution or greenhouse gases.

In a typical wind turbine, wind energy is converted to rotational motion by a rotor, which turns a shaft that passes into a gearbox, which increases the rotational speed. This transmission is attached to a high-speed output shaft, which is connected to an electrical generator.

Wind turbines come in a variety of sizes depending on the planned use for the electricity. Some wind turbines are used to charge batteries for buildings not connected to the utility grid. Some turbines can supply all or part of the electricity used by a business or farm. Large-scale wind farms with multiple turbines are used to harvest the wind above acres of land, usually to feed power into the electrical grid. Whatever your application, Johnson Controls can provide a complete wind power solution.