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Key Points
- A combined solar and wind power system can generate more hours of electricity than separate solar and wind power structures.
- Such hybrid systems work best in areas with consistent wind and sun exposure.
- More costly than a separate solar or wind system.
- Rural or remote off-grid areas with no transmission lines are the best locations for a hybrid energy system.
- Regulatory restrictions can complicate the installation of residential wind turbines.