Quote Originally Posted by muzzelloader
Not quite sure am in right place here but my question is has anyone any info about using windmills for power and skipping the electric use. I appears that most systems I have looked at are very dependent on the electric co. I am thinking of solar energy for heat and windmills for water pumping power.
Other than heat and artificial light, I think most of these Aquaponic systems use very little power. A small pond pump can water an entire garden if you use the river bed continuous flow system or a combination thereof.

I'm sure a small wind mill, a decent solar panel, and a battery or two would certainly be able to power your pump. One could also invest some time (or money if you prefer to buy one) in a passive solar heater. They are amazing devices. I plan to use one to heat my home this year. Here is an example of one http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jzxw1j-dzY4.