As many of you know already, October is energy awareness month. For me, their is an added notation because of my wind turbine project.

Things are looking good for commercial release. In the near future, you may be able to get your hands on a totally silent, high output, low RPM wind turbine that will work in many conditions a traditional turbine will not. I have recorded significant power with this turbine along the side of my house. I have recorded even more in the open space of my yard. Cross your fingers for me, it won't be long now.

Keeping with the energy theme, the AWEA has a recent publication that sites a change in incentives coming for micro turbines like mine. You may be able to take a 30% tax write off for the cost of a turbine during 2011-2016. This would really help all of us too.

I was made aware of a good link for learning about appliance efficiencies and how to get the most from them. I have written about these items here before but a nicely laid out site is always a great tool. You can visit the Appliance Help site by clicking here.

Remember, the best way to save energy is not to spend it. If you can line dry or hang clothes, go for it. If the dishes can drip dry, let them. If you can wear that pair of pants a second time, do it. All these things add up.