USU Installs WindPower Tower

Utah State University Facilities has contracted with Chevron Energy Solutions to supply a 50 meter anemometer tower to conduct a wind power feasibility study. 

The tower will be located at USU’s south electrical substation off of Canyon Road. The study will include wind data collection, wind turbine site recommendation, conceptual design, construction cost estimate and economic feasibility. 

 

USU is studying wind power as another option to diversify energy supply, lower energy costs to help with the university’s energy deficit and to help provide a sustainable environment.

The anemometer tower will be installed December 2006. 

 

For more information, contact Ben R. Berrett, Professional Engineer and Director for Facilities Operations at 435-797-1957.