Recovery Act Announcement: Secretary Chu Announces $45 Million to Support Next Generation of Wind Turbine Designs
Yesterday, U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced the selection of Clemson University to receive up to $45 million under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for a wind energy test facility that will enhance the performance, durability, and reliability of utility-scale wind turbines. This investment will support jobs and strengthen American leadership in wind energy technology by supporting the testing of next-generation wind turbine designs.
"Wind power holds tremendous potential to help create new jobs and reduce carbon pollution," said Secretary Chu. "We are at the beginning of a new Industrial Revolution when it comes to clean energy and projects like these will help us get there faster."
Recovery Act Announcement: Secretary Chu Announces $45 Million to Support Next Generation of Wind Turbine Designs