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Wind for Schools Energy Educator’s Webinar August 12, 2010

Wind for Schools Energy Educator’s Webinar August 12, 2010. Wind Powering America Wind for Schools.

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Wind for Schools Energy Educator’s Webinar August 12, 2010

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  1. Wind for Schools Energy Educator’s WebinarAugust 12, 2010

  2. Wind Powering AmericaWind for Schools The Wind Powering America program (at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory) sponsors the Wind for Schools Project to raise awareness in rural America about the benefits of wind energy while simultaneously developing a wind energy knowledge base in future leaders of our communities, states, and nation.

  3. Wind Application Center & State Facilitators • A training and implementation center to educate engineers in wind applications: • Modeled after the DOE Industrial Application Center • Provide data analysis, technical assistance, implementation support for Wind for Schools projects • Become the “go-to place” for technical assistance for school and community wind • Train engineers to enter the wind marketplace/industry • Maintain met towers conduct wind energy assessments Colorado State University Boise State University Kansas State University Montana State University University of Nebraska, Lincoln South Dakota State University

  4. Wind for Schools - 2010 Expansion • Alaska was one of five chosen out of 25 applicants • University of Alaska Fairbanks • Appalachian State University • James Madison University • Penn State University • Northern Arizona University

  5. The purpose of the Wind Diesel Application Center (WiDAC) is to support the broader deployment of cost effective wind diesel technologies to reduce and/or stabilize the cost of energy in rural communities. • REAP’s mission is to facilitate the increased development of renewable energy in Alaska through collaboration, education, training, and advocacy.

  6. Objectives of the Wind for Schools Project • Engage rural America in the concept that wind offers an alternative energy and economic future for rural America • Engage rural school teachers and students in energy education, specifically wind • Equip college juniors and seniors in wind energy applications and education to provide the growing U.S. wind industry with interested and equipped engineers

  7. “This important program will not only provide a small amount of wind energy for rural Montana schools but will also educate tomorrow’s leaders on the value and importance of this renewable energy source.” - Montana Governor Brian Schweitzer

  8. Alaska’s Wind Resources

  9. Wind Diesel Projects in Alaska Planned/Under Construction Quinhagak Toksook Bay Kwigillongok & Kongiganak Tuntatuliak Tin City Buckland Deering Noorvik • Hooper Bay • Kasigluk • Kotzebue • Nome • St. Paul Island • Savoonga • Selawik • Toksook Bay • Wales • Unalakleet • Chevak • Gambell • Tununak • Mekoryuk • Kodiak • Nikolski • St. George Island • Shaktoolik • Emmonak • Kokanok

  10. Wind for Schools Project Locations Sherrod ElementaryPalmer, AK

  11. "Science is not something that should just be in a textbook or on a test. Students get excited when they get to do something hands-on.“ - Tim Taylor, principal, Three Peaks Elementary School, UT

  12. Program Options 1. Skystream 3.7 (2.4 kW) w/Curricula 2. Existing/Future NW 100 w/Curricula 3. No Turbine/Curricula Only • Anemometer • Weather Station 4. Other Turbine (not supported) w/Curricula

  13. Skystream 3.7 • Manageable size; is small enough to allow installation using local resources. • Proven company track record with a commitment to expanded support for school based wind systems and a nationwide support infrastructure to allow installation, warrantee, and maintenance support. • Primary AC power production and simple interconnection. • Manageable total project cost. • Guyed lattice and monopole tower options. • Integrated data acquisition capabilities.

  14. SkyStream 3.7 Technical Specifications • Rated Capacity 2.4 kW • Rotor Diameter 12 ft (3.72 m) • Weight 170 lb (77 kg) • Cut-in Wind Speed 8 mph (3.5 m/s) • Rated Wind Speed 29 mph (13 m/s) • User Monitoring Wireless 2-way interface • Survival Wind Speed 140 mph (63 m/s) • 5 year limited warranty

  15. Idaho National Lab • Hosts all WfS (Skystream 3.7) data • Live, real time information and charts • Interactive charts

  16. Support Provided by AK WfS • • Assistance with the application process• Wind resource analysis• Wind turbine siting/placement• Technical assistance in: • system design • utility interconnection • acquiring required permits • Energy related curricula • Hands-on kits • Teacher training

  17. Bringing the Turbine into the Classroom • Admission to the program is dependent upon curricula commitment • There are 10 curricula options that educators can choose from • Educators choose two out of ten

  18. 10 Curricula Options

  19. Weekly Lessons are Organized by Grades & Modules 1. Sustainability 2. Climate Change 3. Energy Science 4. Fossil Fuels 5. Renewables 6. Applications

  20. Participating Schools • Installing Turbines • Alaska Job Corps Center • Whittier Community School/Tatitlek School/Chenega Bay Community School • Kodiak High School • Mt. Edgecumbe High School • Coffman Cove/Howard Valentine School • Northwestern Alaska Career and Technical Center • Begich Middle School

  21. Participating Schools • Curricula Only • NWAB School District • Ambler School, Buckland School, Deering School, Kiana School, Kivalina/McQueen School, Kobuk School, Kotzebue High School, Noatak School, Noorvik School, Selawik/Davis-Ramoth Memorial School, Shungnak School • Sterling Elementary • Chevak School

  22. 2011 Application Deadlines • October 1st, 2010 • The Letter of Intent is due • Should include the school’s name, grade levels that will be served by the program, and the contact information for the primary contact. • December 3rd, 2010 • The full application is due • Including the school board resolution and letter of support

  23. “These wind turbine projects represent another important way all regions of Colorado are participating in our New Energy Economy. Educating today’s young people about the benefits and mechanics of renewable energy systems prepares them for a wealth of future opportunities and demonstrates the crucial role our rural communities can play in mapping out a new energy future for Colorado and the country.” - Colorado Gov. Bill Ritter

  24. Sponsorship Opportunities • Available for each school or for the overall program • In-kind services count • PR and tax benefits • Thanks to the U.S. Coast Guard, Lynden Transport, Alaska Marine Lines, and Lynden Air Cargo

  25. Pocatello Community Charter School Installation Video “Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” Benjamin Franklin

  26. Thanks! Katherine Keith Hannah Gustafson Wind Application Center State Facilitator kmkeith@alaska.eduhannah@realaska.org 907-590-0751 907-929-7770

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