Dive Summary:
- Ohio State University (OSU) has signed a letter of intent with Iberdrola Renewables to purchase 50 megawatts of wind energy capacity to power 25 percent of the campus’ electricity needs.
- The cost of the agreement is not yet available, but the money will come from a utility fund that’s part of the university’s operating budget, according to an advisor.
- OSU is expected to receive energy from the Blue Creek Wind Farm, which is located more than two hours away from the campus.
From the article:
Ohio State took a step toward purchasing enough wind energy to power 25 percent of campus’ electricity needs.
The university announced Oct. 1 that it signed a letter of intent with Iberdrola Renewables to purchase 50 megawatts of wind energy capacity. ...