Wind turbines to power Indiana college building

Whatever the motivation, I'm always encouraged by businesses, municipalities, and other institutions investing in green power technology.

From The Chicago Tribune:

Mark Biermann, dean of Taylor's School of Natural and Applied Sciences, said the two 50-kilowatt turbines, which are more than 100 feet tall, are expected to be operational by the end of August.

"The moment the wind turbines are up and connected to the new building we'll use the power generated to power the new construction," Biermann said.

The 137,000 square-foot science complex, scheduled to open for the fall 2012 semester, will also use 42 10-kilowatt solar cells. Biermann said the design of the four-floor building includes a "green roof" with vegetation and walking paths for instruction.

The evangelical Christian liberal arts school has about 2,000 students at its campus in Upland, which is between Fort Wayne and Indianapolis.

Biermann said planners put an emphasis on using sustainable energy sources in designing the building.