Is a Small Wind Turbine Worth It? The Honest Answer for 2026

Is a Small Wind Turbine Worth It? The Honest Answer

A small wind turbine pays off when your site has > 4 m/s annual average wind speed. At < 3 m/s, it is generally not recommended.

Sample calculation – SkyWind NG 2kW at a good site:

• Investment: approx. €9,000
• Annual yield: 3,500 kWh → Annual savings: ~€820
• Payback period: approx. 11 years

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