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BLM 2009 Renewable Energy Summit

BLM 2009 Renewable Energy Summit. Case Study Milford Wind Corridor Project Presenter: Lucas Lucero, Washington Office Project Manager Phone: 702-515-5059 Email: Lucas_Lucero@blm.gov. Case Study – Milford Wind Corridor Project. Review Project Background & Maps

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BLM 2009 Renewable Energy Summit

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  1. BLM 2009 Renewable Energy Summit Case Study Milford Wind Corridor Project Presenter: Lucas Lucero, Washington Office Project Manager Phone: 702-515-5059 Email: Lucas_Lucero@blm.gov

  2. Case Study – Milford Wind Corridor Project • Review Project Background & Maps • Overview of Project Timeline • Construction Pictures • Lessons Learned – Tools for success • Closing Suggestions

  3. Project Background • Proponent - First Wind, LLC • BLM Field Offices – Cedar City and Fillmore • Wind farm 300 MW on BLM, state and private lands in southwest UT (40 square miles) • 159 turbines (40 on BLM) – Clipper model C99 2.5 MW and GE model XLE 1.5 MW • Operation/Maintenance facility, substation, buried 34.5kV electrical system, MET towers, access roads • 90-mile 345kV transmission line (steel H-frame structures) and access roads

  4. Project Timeline • Wind development application filed October 2006 • Project kickoff meeting February 2007 • EA scoping September/October 2007 • EA and Draft FONSI released September 2008 • FONSI and DR signed October 2008 • ROW grant and Notice to Proceed October 2008 • separate EA prepared for geotechnical studies • Construction start November 2008 • Phase 1 to be complete late 2009 • Phase 2 begin late 2009 and complete early 2010

  5. Lessons Learned – Tools for Success • ID team on board early (clear roles/responsibilities) and cost reimbursement agreement and funds in place • Solid project plan and supporting documents • Early review of issues (avoid/mitigate effects to sensitive resources; use utility corridors) • Select experienced NEPA contractor • Tier to Wind Energy Development PEIS (don’t assume an EIS is a must; incorporate BMPs) • Applicant build flexibility into design (extra turbine locations, multiple transmission line routes) Avoid “narrow” surveys and NEPA scope • POD – multiple reviews/help applicant; coordinate with agencies; build in flexibility; capture modifications

  6. Closing Thoughts • Must have commitment from managers to make staff available and make projects high priority • Don’t be afraid to make mistakes and don’t wait for “perfect” information before moving forward • Talk with experienced BLM staff • Review applications and coordinate with DOD per protocol • Get training • Managing Major ROWs • Electric Systems Short Course • Project Management for Planners • Use tools on Washington Office ROW website • Document lessons learned and educate peers and managers • Work together (common goal), develop project plans (lay foundation for success), ask questions, and TAKE ACTION!

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