O-Wind Turbine takes international Dyson Award

Having already taken the UK prize in September, the Lancaster University pair beat off competition from around the world to claim the overall top spot. Their spherical turbine measures just 25cm in diameter and uses geometric ports that capture wind from any direction.  The O-Wind device is designed to harness the unpredictable urban wind in cities, attached to rooftops and balconies.

“We hope that O-Wind Turbine will improve the usability and affordability of turbines for people across the world,” said Orellana. “Cities are windy places but we are currently not harnessing this resource. Our belief is that making it easier to generate green energy, people will be encouraged to play a bigger own role in conserving our planet.

“Winning the international James Dyson Award has validated our concept. The attention we’ve received so far has been humbling and given us the confidence to see the development of this concept as a future career. Already we are in discussions with investors  and we hope to secure a deal in the coming months.”