Let'er Blow!

Wind power continues to be one of the most cost-effective and efficient sources of sustainable energy available. However this simple technology has been perfected over the years and new and improved models continue to emerge. Design Boom offers a look at the state of wind power today, from the biggest most ambitious projects to small and humble designs for personal use.

Don Quixote, we have some windmills for you.

Vestas wind turbines on the high plains.

If the science is accurate, it rather takes the breath away to think that we could power nearly one quarter of the grid with wind, and—love him or hate him—having Pickens as pitchman certainly suggests the idea has gone mainstream. (Quote from following linked article)

Archinect covers the T. Boone Pickens wind turbine power plan. It offers a review of the Pickens' plan and a brief review of the 2008 Presidential candidate's energy plans.

Putting the Wind to Work

This is a funny schtick, this video. Why should the wind just blow around aimlessly, knocking hats off, etc.? Why shouldn't it be put to work? It seems so obvious. Eh?