[green iguana]

produces a mere 660 kilowatts

Which is enough to power about 250 homes.

[LisaS]

Don't forget that wind turbines operate at 25-30% capacity on average. 660 kilowatts is more like 220 kilowatts. In this case, it may power the street lights in Hull - a nice idea.

And I am all in favor of distributed power for specific needs. I think more people and towns should assume greater responsibility for some of their own electricity generation. What I oppose are commercial wind facilities.

[daylate-dollarshort]

"Which is enough to power about 250 homes."

Only when the wind blows, and then the wind must be high enough.