Different sizes of wind turbines

What are the different types of wind turbines?

There are two different types – horizontal axis and vertical axis turbines. Here, I explore what distinguishes these turbines from one another (and which is most suitable for your project). When you hear the words 'wind turbine', you think about horizontal axis (HAWT) turbines, which make up the vast majority of utility-scale turbines.

How much electricity can a wind turbine generate?

The length of the blades is the biggest factor in determining the amount of electricity a wind turbine can generate. Small wind turbines that can power a single home may have an electric-generating capacity of 10 kilowatts (kW). The largest operating wind turbines have electric-generating capacity of about 15,000 kilowatts (15 megawatts).

How tall is a wind turbine?

That's taller than the Statue of Liberty! The average hub height for offshore wind turbines in the United States is projected to grow even taller—from 100 meters (330 feet) in 2016 to about 150 meters (500 feet), or about the height of the Washington Monument, in 2035. Illustration of increasing turbine heights and blades lengths over time.

How big are wind turbine blades?

The blades are typically around 50 metres in length, but they can be slightly larger or smaller depending on the turbine manufacturer and a developer's requirements for a site. Height-wise, the average onshore wind turbine is around 98 metres, but this can vary based on the capacity of a site.