Roof Power

An electricity generating wind turbine system for installation on roofsof urban homes has been designedby UK energy consultant DerekTaylor (Wind Power Monthly, Vol 11, No 7). Developed by Taylor's company Altechnica, this roof windenergy system is like a roof ventingsystem in appearance and takes advantage of the prevailing winddirection. "it takes advantage of theairfoil type of effect these roofs have on air flow passing over thern,"saysTaylor. According to Taylor, inwindy areas the system should meetthe electricity requirements of a lowenergy house.