🗓️06/10/2025-07/10/2025

📍United Kingdom

The "Build a Small Wind Turbine" event is hosted by the Centre for Alternative Technology in Powys, United Kingdom. This engaging and practical course is designed for individuals or groups interested in learning how to construct their own electricity-generating wind turbine using simple materials and hand tools. Under the expert guidance of Tom Dixon, a seasoned engineer with a background in physics, participants will dive into a hands-on experience that spans over two days. Tom brings over a decade of experience in teaching wind turbine construction, making this course accessible and informative for everyone, whether you're a community group, friends looking for a fun and educational activity, or a team seeking a unique team-building exercise. Throughout the course, attendees will engage in various tasks including carving wooden blades, turning copper coils, manipulating magnets, and fabricating metal mountings. Each participant will work collaboratively as a team to build a fully functional wind turbine, culminating in a rewarding test of their completed project on a short tower. The course not only emphasizes practical skills but also provides a deeper understanding of the scientific principles behind wind energy. Participants will gain confidence in their abilities as they witness their transformation from raw materials to a working electricity-generating system. This course is ideal for anyone eager to explore renewable energy solutions while enjoying a sense of achievement and community.

🏷️ Wind Turbine; Wind Energy; Build-Your-Own