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Ten Reasons to Build a Wind Power Generator For Your School Science Fair Project

Before you begin planning your project, check with your science teacher to see if it is a good match for you, your class and your school. Are you motivated to learn about electricity, energy and power generation? Does it fit well with your science curriculum? Does your school have sufficient open land and wind to allow the construction and demonstration of a wind power generator? Will your school allow it? Will you have support from your family? If yes is your answer to these questions, go ahead!
1. You will learn about electricity, energy, energy conversion, and local meteorology. In addition demonstrating how to make a wind power generator, you will learn the principles of electricity and meteorology related to wind power generation.
2. The lessons you will learn will last a lifetime. What you learn will serve you well in the future. You will learn how to save money on electric bills. Your knowledge of electricity will be useful in home projects. It may provide the foundation for a future career in alternative energy.
3. You, your science teacher and your class will be working with a 21st century technology. An old technology - windmills - has been transformed into a new and significant source of power for the future.
4. A wind power generator is a practical application of science. It is based on practical scientific principles.
5. Your project will help save the planet. Wind energy is a free resource. Wind power generation does not require burning fossil fuel such as coal or oil. The result will be cleaner air and less greenhouse gases coming from power plants.
6. Your project will demonstrate a significant and growing source of power for the future. Large scale wind power generation is being rapidly developed in some states as an alternative energy source. Small scale farm and home wind power generators are being installed to save money on electric bills. This is especially true in rural and remote areas.
7. A wind power generator is easy to build and not expensive. With proper guidance, planning and preparation, equipment and tools, you can build a wind power generator over a weekend. The materials you need are not expensive and readily available.
8. Your and your school will gain recognition as being progressive. Schools across the nation are taking action to improve the environment. Your school will be demonstrating its commitment to teach students about alternative energy applications.
9. Your family will benefit too. Your family can assist you as you proceed with your project. They can help locate supplies and share expenses. They may discover that a wind power generator is practical for your home. They may save money on electric bills.
10. You will be introduced to a new career choice in the fast-growing field of alternative energy. You and your classmates will be introduced to a new and exciting possible career in alternative energy - including wind and solar - requiring engineers, technicians, installers and other career paths.

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