Wind Energy Farm Began Construction on Port Property
CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS – Revolution Energy, LLC., has begun the construction of its “Harbor Wind” wind energy farm on Port Corpus Christi property. The wind energy farm, located on the north side of the Port’s inner harbor, is known to be the first wind energy farm located on industrial port property in North America. “Our Port is proud to be one of America’s Wind Energy Ports leaders. The Revolution Energy project marks a step forward towards the Port’s support to the future of clean energy.” Said John LaRue, Port’s Executive Director.
Revolution Energy, LLC, began developing the project on 2006. It is scheduled to be on operation early 2012 and it is expected to have the following impact to the area’s economy:
- A total of six wind turbines will be installed
- Total cost of $20 Million
- Over $7 Million for local economy for construction related activity
- 6 months construction period
When the Harbor Wind farm begins its operation early 2012, it is expected to generate 30,000,000kWh/year of clean energy, equal to the electricity needs of nearly 2,500 homes. “The Port has been very supportive of this project from the very beginning. Our wind project is another sign of the diversification of energy supply at the Port and the local community,” said Tibor Hegedus, General Manager, Revolution Energy.
About Revolution Energy
Founded in 2005, Revolution Energy is a veteran-owned small business dedicated to developing, owning, and operating renewable energy assets in the United States. In developing its projects, Revolution Energy strives to find the right balance between renewable technology, project economics, and environmental impact. Harbor Wind is Revolution Energy’s first wind project in Texas, with additional renewable energy projects under development in Texas and Colorado.
About Port Corpus Christi
As the primary economic engine of the Coastal Bend, Port Corpus Christi is 5th largest port in the United States in total tonnage. The Port’s mission statement is to “serve as a regional economic development catalyst while protecting and enhancing its existing industrial base and simultaneously working to diversify its international maritime cargo business.” Strategically located on the western Gulf of Mexico, with a straight, 45’ deep channel, the Port provides quick access to the Gulf and the entire United States inland waterway system. The Port delivers outstanding access to overland transportation with on-site and direct connections to three Class-1 railroads and uncongested interstate and state highways. The Port is protected by a state-of-the-art security department and an award-winning Environmental Management System. With outstanding management and operations staff, Port Corpus Christi is clearly “More Than You Can Sea.”