US to test Japan’s unique wind turbines that generate power even at 7 mph

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US to test Japan’s unique wind turbines that generate power even at 7 mph
admin 2024/07/17 03:36

For more than 15 years, Japan has used vertical coaxial contra-rotating twin blades (VCCT) wind turbines.
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The Hawaii Community Development Authority (HCDA) has joined forces with Kanoa Winds Inc., a clean energy company, to bring innovative wind turbine technology from Japan to Hawaii.

This project aims to assess the vertical wind turbine technology’s suitability for the Hawaiian Islands.

“These compact vertical turbines are successfully used in densely populated areas throughout Japan,” said Craig Nakamoto, HCDA Executive Director.

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