Vertical Axis Wind Turbine (for contrast)

A Vertical Axis Wind Turbine (VAWT) is a type of wind turbine that has blades arranged around a vertical shaft, allowing it to capture wind from any direction. Unlike traditional turbines with horizontal blades, VAWTs can operate in varied wind conditions and are often installed in urban or confined spaces. They are generally quieter, easier to maintain, and do not need to be oriented toward the wind. This design makes VAWTs flexible and suitable for diverse locations, producing renewable energy efficiently by converting wind movement into electricity through a rotor spinning around its vertical axis.