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Freen at the Event in Aidu Veespordikeskus: Jo...

Join Freen at the renewable energy event in Aidu Veespordikeskus on November 28, 2024. Discover the innovative FREEN-20 vertical-axis wind turbine and meet our Estonian partner, Andres Lumi. Learn more about sustainable energy solutions at VIKO!

Role of Small Wind in the Energy Transition and Small Wind's Role in the Energy Transition Benefits. A coal power station emitting smoke alongside wind turbines in Eemshaven, showcasing the contrast between fossil fuel energy and renewable wind energy
Role of Small Wind in the Energy Transition

Explore how small wind turbines play a crucial role in the global energy transition by providing clean, localized power. Learn about their benefits, technological advancements, and how they help reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

Freen-20 Small Wind Turbine for Manufacturing Facilities. A conceptual design of a sustainable factory powered by renewable energy sources like wind turbines and solar panels
Freen-20 Small Wind Turbine for Manufacturing ...

Freen-20 small wind turbines help manufacturing facilities cut energy costs, gain energy independence, and improve sustainability with on-site wind power.

Freen Participates in a Business Event at the Embassy of Finland. A person standing in the cobblestone courtyard of the Embassy of Finland, surrounded by historic architecture.
Freen Participates in a Business Event at the ...

On November 18th, Freen had the privilege of attending a prestigious business event organized by the Embassy of Finland in Tallinn in collaboration with Gaia Consulting. The event aimed to strengthen connections between industry leaders and innovative companies, with a focus on wind energy and sustainable technologies.

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Small Wind Energy for Business: Reducing Your ...

Discover how small wind turbines enable businesses to reduce their carbon footprint, lower energy costs, and enhance sustainability through renewable energy.

Comparison of Renewable Energy Sources. Collage of renewable energy sources: wind turbines on a hilltop, biogas plants, geothermal steam power station, hydroelectric dam, and solar panels
Comparing Wind Energy to Other Renewable Energ...

Compare wind, solar, hydro, geothermal, and biomass energy sources to understand their strengths and challenges in shaping a sustainable energy future.

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Choosing the right small wind turbine step by ...

Learn how to choose the right small wind turbine for your home or farm with this step-by-step guide. Understand turbine types, assess your energy needs, and explore key factors to make an informed decision for efficient, eco-friendly energy generation.

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Can renewable energy cut costs? Economic benef...

Learn how small wind turbines and renewable energy can cut costs, reduce energy expenses, and offer economic benefits for a sustainable future.

Solar power economics money alternative energy. Stacks of coins in front of solar panels and wind turbines under a clear blue sky, symbolizing renewable energy economics.
Cost Savings with the Small Wind Turbines

Discover how small wind turbines can lead to significant cost savings for households, businesses, and communities. Learn about their applications, government incentives, and key considerations to make informed decisions about investing in small-scale wind energy solutions.

How small wind can Increase energy Independence of communities and a lake shaped like a house with solar panels on the roof, surrounded by trees.
How Small Wind Can Increase Energy Independenc...

Discover how small wind turbines empower communities to achieve energy independence, reduce energy costs, and lower carbon emissions—reshaping local power generation for a sustainable future.

How Small Wind Turbines Work for Beginners? And a man working on a desk with a small wind turbine model.
How Small Wind Turbines Work: A Beginner’...

Discover how small wind turbines generate electricity from wind energy in this beginner's guide. Learn about their components, benefits for businesses, and how to integrate them into sustainable energy solutions.

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Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbi...

Discover the financial support options available for small wind turbines in France, including grants, loans, and incentive schemes like MaPrimeRénov'. Learn how homeowners and businesses can benefit from renewable energy initiatives to reduce energy costs and contribute to France's climate goals.

TalTech Virumaa College Students Visit Our Wind Turbine Factory. A group of students standing in front of a factory building.
TalTech Virumaa College Students Visit Our Win...

On 24 October 2024, our wind turbine factory hosted TalTech Virumaa College students, introducing them to renewable energy technologies and internship opportunities. Enthusiastic future professionals showed great interest in the industry.

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Small wind turbines for Energy Cooperatives in...

Discover how small wind turbines help Estonian energy cooperatives produce clean energy, reduce emissions, and achieve community energy independence.

Energy Cooperatives in Europe: The Role of Small Wind Turbines and hands holding a puzzle piece shaped like the Earth.
Energy Cooperatives in Europe: The Role of Sma...

Discover how wind energy cooperatives in Europe empower communities to generate their own clean power using small wind turbines. Learn about the benefits, real-world case studies, and how initiatives like Freen's turbines contribute to Europe's sustainable energy future.

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Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbi...

No one would call Ireland a leader when it comes to renewable energy sources, including wind energy. In the Climate Change Performance Index, this small island ranked 46th out of 64 countries, which means that Ireland has not yet reached a certain level of sustainable energy. Having said that, the country is doing everything to […]

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Freen OÜ Joins the Ukrainian Wind Energy Assoc...

We are pleased to announce that Freen OÜ has joined the Ukrainian Wind Energy Association (UWEA). This is a big step towards strengthening our commitment to developing affordable, clean wind energy solutions in Europe, including Ukraine. Joining UWEA is in line with our mission to make wind energy accessible around the world. Our partnership with […]

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Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbi...

Discover financial support options for small wind turbines in Germany. Learn how homeowners and businesses can access grants and loans to reduce energy costs and contribute to Germany's net zero emissions goal.

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Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbi...

Discover the financial support options available for small wind turbines in Denmark, including grants, loans, and investment opportunities. Learn how businesses and homeowners can benefit from renewable energy initiatives to reduce energy costs and contribute to Denmark's ambitious climate goals.

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Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbi...

In just 2022, Norway’s 65 wind farms, including one offshore, generated 14.8 TWh of electricity. This growth has been fueled by the lowering costs of wind power projects, favorable tax rules, and the final years of the electricity certificate scheme. However, with the end of support schemes in 2021, the introduction of new tax rules, […]

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Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbi...

Discover the financial support options available for small wind turbines in Lithuania, including grants, loans, and investment opportunities. Learn how businesses and homeowners can benefit from renewable energy initiatives to reduce energy costs and contribute to Lithuania's ambitious goal of generating over 90% renewable electricity by 2030.

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Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbi...

Discover the financial support options for small wind turbines in the Netherlands, including grants, loans, and subsidies. Learn how businesses and homeowners can benefit from renewable energy initiatives to reduce energy costs and contribute to the country's ambitious greenhouse gas reduction goals.

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Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbi...

Explore the financial support options available for small wind turbines in the United Kingdom, including grants, financing, and loans. Learn how homeowners and businesses can benefit from renewable energy solutions, reduce energy costs, and contribute to the UK's ambitious zero emissions goal by 2050.

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FREEN-20 kW Wind Turbine Solutions and the Sus...

Discover how the FREEN-20 kW wind turbine offers a cost-effective and sustainable wind energy solution for small-scale users. Learn about its environmental benefits, adaptability, and role in promoting a greener future.

Large turbines vs vertical axis small wind solutions. A pair of hands cupping a miniature wind farm.
How does wind energy affect the environment? L...

Explore how wind energy affects the environment by comparing large turbines with small vertical axis solutions. Learn about the pros and cons, environmental benefits like reduced carbon footprint, challenges such as wildlife impacts, and how innovations like FREEN's technology offer eco-friendly alternatives for sustainable power generation.

Is Wind Energy Actually Sustainable? A house connected to wind turbines via a power cord.
Is Wind Energy Actually Sustainable?

Explore the sustainability of wind energy by examining its advantages and disadvantages, environmental impacts, and innovative solutions like recyclable wind turbines. Learn how modern designs address concerns about wildlife, noise pollution, and recycling, making wind energy a key player in a cleaner, greener future.

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Maximizing Efficiency: The Capacity Factor of ...

Discover why the capacity factor is essential for assessing wind turbine efficiency. Learn how it's calculated, what factors influence it, and how understanding capacity factor can help you choose the most efficient wind energy solution for a quicker return on investment.

Renewable Energy Sources vs. Fossil Fuels: Energy Transition. A balance scale with a model oil rig and barrel on one side and a solar panel and battery on the other.
Renewable Energy Sources vs. Fossil Fuels: Ene...

Discover the global transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources, the growing role of wind energy, and future prospects for sustainable energy solutions. Learn how wind turbines are shaping the energy landscape and what challenges and opportunities lie ahead.

Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbines in Finland. A Finnish flag on a toothpick placed on a stack of coins, with a daisy in the foreground.
Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbi...

Learn about financial support options for small wind turbines in Finland, including government grants, investment opportunities, and loans. Discover available subsidies, leasing options, and PPAs for households and businesses. Explore how Finland’s renewable energy policies and local incentives promote sustainable energy adoption, supporting its ambitious goal of carbon neutrality by 2035.

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Freen launches official YouTube channel: a new...

Discover Freen's innovative wind energy solutions on our new YouTube channel. Stay updated with project overviews, expert interviews, and insights into renewable energy technologies. Subscribe to keep up with the latest from Freen!

Independent Water Pumping: Efficient & Reliable Solutions. A modern wind turbine and a vintage windmill standing side by side against a sunset sky
Independent Water Pumping: Efficient & Re...

Discover efficient and reliable off-grid water pumping solutions for sustainable living, agricultural use, and developing countries. Learn about solar, wind, and mechanical water pumps, their advantages, and how to choose the right system.

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Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbi...

Discover financial support options for small wind turbines in Estonia—including grants, EU funding, investments, and loans—to accelerate renewable energy adoption by 2030.

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A Hybrid Solution for Gas and EV Charging Stat...

The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) requires substantial improvements in the refueling infrastructure. Both gas and EV charging stations, especially in remote locations, face the challenge of grid dependency, which sometimes cannot support their power requirements, leading to high operational costs and slow EV charging. This case study discusses a sustainable and reliable hybrid solution with the use of small wind turbines and solar power.

Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbines: Poland
Financial Support Options for Small Wind Turbi...

Poland has a new government and stands on the precipice of an energy transition, the country has turned into one of the biggest RES facilities construction sites in Europe.

Small Wind Solutions for Energy-Efficient Architecture. A small scale model of a modern house with wind turbines on the desk.
Small Wind Solutions for Energy-Efficient Arch...

The integration of renewable energy sources into building construction and management has changed the perspective on energy-efficient buildings. This shift offers numerous benefits, as it leads to significant cost savings and compliance with evolving energy standards. In this context, renewable energy, particularly wind energy, plays a crucial role in modern sustainable energy practices in construction.

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Advantages and Disadvantages of Wind Energy

New material on the FREEN's blog. Explore together Advantages and Disadvantages of Wind Energy

Freen-20 gas station. A Freen-20 small wind turbine powering a gas station, showcasing its potential for commercial applications.
Small Wind Technologies as a Business Opportun...

Learn about small wind business opportunities in a new article

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How Small Wind Turbines Can Reduce Your Carbon...

Discover how small wind turbines can help reduce your carbon footprint compared to fossil fuels and other renewable energy sources. Explore the environmental impact of turbines and technological advancements that help decrease the carbon footprint.

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Must-Know Interesting Facts About Wind Turbine...

What do wind turbines do? Simply put, they convert the kinetic energy of the wind into electricity, efficiently harnessing renewable energy to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change. But there’s more to this technology than just physics.

New Ventilation System Installed at Our Ida-Viru Welding Site
New Ventilation System Installed at Our Ida-Vi...

Freen's new €94,000 Plymovent SCS-Diluter ventilation system enhances workplace safety by efficiently purifying air from welding fumes.

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Small wind turbine market in Switzerland: oppo...

Financial support program proposal for small wind turbine manufacturers to support sustainable development and research and development projects in Switzerland. Our team has prepared a report that analyzes the development of the small wind market in Switzerland. We invite you to read the article and welcome your comments. When using materials from the article, a […]

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Small wind turbine market in Belgium: opportun...

Financial support program proposal for small wind turbine manufacturers to support sustainable development and research and development projects in Belgium. Our team has prepared a report that analyzes the development of the small wind market in Belgium. We invite you to read the article and welcome your comments. When using materials from the article, a […]

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Must-Know Interesting Facts About Wind Turbine...

Discover fascinating facts about wind turbine energy in this enlightening series. Learn how wind turbines work, their types, and recent technological advances that enhance their efficiency and sustainability. Ideal for those interested in renewable energy innovations.

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Rethinking Wind Energy: Beyond the Large Turbi...

Discover the future of wind energy with small wind turbines like the Freen-20. Learn how these compact, cost-effective solutions are overcoming the challenges faced by traditional large turbines, making renewable energy more accessible, sustainable, and independent for communities and businesses worldwide.

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Rynek Małych Turbin Wiatrowych w Polsce: Szans...

Propozycja programu wsparcia finansowego dla producentów małych turbin wiatrowych w celu wsparcia zrównoważonego rozwoju i projektów badawczo-rozwojowych w Polsce. Nasz zespół przygotował raport analizujący rozwój rynku małej energetyki wiatrowej w Polsce. Zapraszamy do zapoznania się z artykułem i czekamy na Wasze komentarze. W przypadku korzystania z materiałów z artykułu wymagany jest link do oryginału Pobierz […]

Freen 6th Anniversary
10-08-2024
Marking 6 Years of Progress and Innovation

As we celebrate our 6th anniversary, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our journey and achievements. Over the past six years, we’ve built an incredible team of 100 dedicated professionals who are the backbone of our success.    We’ve successfully streamlined the production of our wind turbines, ensuring consistent quality and efficiency. Our flagship product, […]

Agriculture and renewable energy
Small Wind Turbines in Agriculture – Cas...

Discover how Freen-20 small wind turbines bring renewable energy to the agriculture sector, reducing energy costs, enhancing farm efficiency, and promoting environmental sustainability.

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FREEN Secures EU Trademarks

Exciting News! FREEN Secures EU Trademarks We are thrilled to announce that the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO – European Union Intellectual Property Office) has officially granted FREEN the registration certificate for our trademark, covering classes 9, 37, and 42 for goods and services. This significant milestone highlights our commitment to innovation and excellence […]

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Healthy Competition in Wind Energy: Necessity ...

Explore the importance of healthy competition in the wind energy sector, the impact of unfair practices like dumping and subsidies, and the European Commission's efforts to maintain fair market conditions. Learn how FREEN supports sustainable development through adherence to fair competition principles.

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The Energy Transition: Global Achievements in ...

Explore the groundbreaking advancements in replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy in developed nations. This article highlights Germany and the USA's strides in adopting wind, solar, and other renewables, featuring insights on the role of small wind turbines like FREEN-20 in sustainable energy transitions.

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Small wind energy and sustainable development:...

Explore how small wind energy contributes to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on technological innovations and economic efficiency. Learn how FREEN's strategic initiatives in small wind turbines are enhancing environmental sustainability and promoting economic growth within local communities.

Small Wind Energy in Developing Countries: Opp...

Explore the transformative impact of small wind energy in developing countries with FREEN's comprehensive analysis. Delve into the robust capabilities of the FREEN-20 turbine, optimized for eco-friendly and cost-effective power generation, and discover strategies for overcoming adoption challenges to enhance global sustainable development with FREEN's expert insights.

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Myths and Misconceptions about Small Wind Ener...

Discover the truth about small wind energy as we debunk common myths and misconceptions. Learn about its efficiency, affordability, and environmental impact, supported by FREEN's innovative solutions. Join us in promoting a sustainable energy future.

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Use of Small Wind Turbines in Agriculture and ...

Explore the innovative use of small wind turbines in agriculture to boost eco-friendliness, reduce energy costs, and support sustainable farming. This article delves into the technological advancements, economic viability, and environmental benefits of integrating small wind turbines at farms, showcasing their role in advancing sustainable agricultural practices and energy independence.

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How to choose a small wind turbine for your ho...

Discover the essential steps for selecting a small wind turbine, including analysis of wind potential, critical criteria for choosing the right turbine, installation processes, and maintenance tips. Learn how to harness wind energy effectively for your home or business with our comprehensive guide.

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Wind Turbines: an Environmental Paradox and FR...

Discover how FREEN is revolutionizing wind turbine technology to mitigate their ecological impact. Explore our in-depth analysis of the challenges and solutions in protecting insects, birds, and bats from wind turbines. Learn about FREEN's groundbreaking approaches to sustainable wind energy that prioritize biodiversity and environmental harmony.

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Economic Analysis of Small Wind Power: Cost, R...

Discover the key factors influencing the economic viability of small wind power, including cost, ROI, and the impact of government incentives worldwide. Learn how companies like FREEN are leading the charge in sustainable energy solutions.

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Small Wind Turbines: Classification, Applicati...

Discover the advancements in small wind turbines (SWTs), the integration with IoT, and how innovative rotor technologies like Darrieus Rotors are shaping the future of sustainable energy solutions.

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History of small wind energy: Development and ...

Explore the evolution of small wind power from ancient windmills to modern turbines. Discover key technological innovations and the potential of small wind turbines in sustainable energy and combating climate change.

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Comparison of Small Wind Generators with Other...

Explore an in-depth comparison of small wind generators against other renewable energy sources. Understand their efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental impacts, and discover why small wind turbines, like those from FREEN, are a crucial part of sustainable energy solutions.