Eagle Hill School Wind Turbine D&C 05/01/2007 -
Awardee: Eagle Hill Foundation of MA, Inc.
Location: Hardwick
Technology/ies: Wind Energy
Project Type(s): Construction - Renewable Energy Systems / School (K-12)
Program & Initiative: Green Buildings + Infrastructure Program/Large Renewables
Total Funding Amount: $39,869.00

Project Overview:
Eagle Hill School (EHS) is an independent, private boarding school serving grades 8 through 12 located in Hardwick, MA. EHS is installing a 600kW wind turbine to help offset electricity demand and rising energy costs and for environmental benefit. The Eagle Hill School site consists of 155+ acres situated east of the Quabbin Reservoir. Eagle Hill sits on the side of Blood Hill with a ridge line of approximately 1090 feet above sea level. Abutters are wooded acreage or farm land. 2006 electricity usage at Eagle Hill was approximately 1,103,509 kWh with a peak demand of 360 kW. Annual usage is expected to rise to 1,500,000 kWh and 400 kW with the construction of the new student center.

Awardee Contact Information:
Peter McDonald
Headmaster
(413)477-6000
Deliverable(s):
Final Feasibility Study
 
Project Website(s):
Project Website