Since there seems to be quite an interest in Wind Turbines, you might be interested in reading an article, or watching the video of a New Hampshire couple who erected one to provide power for their home. Not sure you would want to do that, because you are talking 6 figures as far as cost goes. Quite interesting to see and read about, in case your interest lies there though. Just click on the following link:
http://www.necn.com/Boston/SciTech/NH-couple-erects-wind-turbine-to-power-home/1219014074.html (http://www.necn.com/Boston/SciTech/NH-couple-erects-wind-turbine-to-power-home/1219014074.html)