This web site is here for anyone with an interest in making their own clean renewable power. The projects and information here has been put together with the help of other RE enthusiasts from around the world, and all information is free.

Popular Articles Mini Mill Battery Charger
Taking about 30 minutes to make from old computer parts, the Mini Mill will can charge a couple of Nicad. Click Here
Making a set of propeller blades
Some information on windmill blades, materials and options. Click Here
Improving those cheap Chinese Windmills.
The cheap import Chinese windmills are popping up everywhere, and you can buy the blades seperately, but they are very noisy! There are two parts to this article, firstly how I modified the blades to give more power and make less noise, and secondly, how a forum member, Kevin, modified the windmills to improve tracking and reliability. Click Here
LCD Panel Meter How to make a volt and amp meter for your battery bank. Click Here

If you have a question, and cant find the answer here, then try posting your question on the Forums page where I know you would get a reply in no time at all.

The web site is mostly about windmills, as windmills are one of the cheapest ways to make your own clean electricity. In fact the web site was once called "DIY Windmills". Most of the windmills show here at The Back Shed are based on the motor from a Fisher and Paykel washing machine. These motors are very easy to find here in Australia and make excellent windmill generators.

Rule of thumb..
" There will be absolutely no wind for several days after you have finished and erected your first windmill! "

Pumping Windmills.
A personal favorite, some info and links for Southern Cross and Comet windmills Click Here
Pump Controller
A little PICAXE project. Reliably controls my water pump for the header tank. Click Here