Advancing Wind Energy Projects: Insights from EverPower's Multi-State Developments
EverPower's wind energy projects, including the Buckeye Wind Project in Ohio (100 MW) and the Highland Wind Project in Pennsylvania (115 MW), highlight the significance of integrating wind flow management with timber production. The Allegany Project in New York (65-80 MW) and the Howard Wind Project (50-60 MW) demonstrate how proper vegetation management and anemometer data can enhance energy efficiency. EverPower's commitment to environmental assessments ensures compatibility between tree farms and wind parks while closely monitoring local wildlife, such as the Marbled Murrelet and Spotted Owl.
Advancing Wind Energy Projects: Insights from EverPower's Multi-State Developments
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EverPower Eastern Projects • Buckeye Wind Project • Champaign & Logan Counties, Ohio • 100 MW • Highland Wind Project • Krayn, Pennsylvania • 115 MW • The Allegany Project • Allegany, New York • 65-80 MW • Howard Wind Project • Howard, New York • 50-60 MW
Anemometers on Weyerhaeuser Property Anemometers on Weyerhaeuser Property
Correlation of Wind Flow and Timber Production P = 1/2d x A x V3 • Upwind trees can reduce wind velocity by causing turbulence • Clearing/vegetation management maintains power production efficiency
Effect of Wind Power Harvesting on Timber Management Wind Box Identifies the area to be cleared to facilitate energy production Wind Rose Identifies energy to be harvested
Wind Box Estimate Each Turbine Site: • Construction area • 2 acres – already cleared for turbine installation • Wind flow clearing area • 0 acres 12.5 acres (depending on topography)
Defining Wind BoxDesign Parameters Nordex N90: 2.3 mw
Conducting Biological Assessments • Tree farms and wind parks are compatible • Work with Weyerhaeuser data • Limited ESA risks • EverPower is monitoring Marbled Murrelet, Spotted Owl, bats, & others
Development ProcessMarkets Key Factors • Transmission interconnection • Power market • Utility off-takers
EPC Contracting Turbine Supplier’s Role • Turbine and Tower • Delivery • Commissioning • Warranty turbines with staff