The Eye of the Wind: Grouse Mountain s Quiet Revolution. Eye of the Wind. Local Government Wind Energy Development Clinic

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1 The Eye of the Wind: Grouse Mountain s Quiet Revolution Local Government Wind Energy Development Clinic Whistler, BC September 29 th, 2010 Eye of the Wind Erected in September 2009 Fully commissioned for power production in Feb BC Hydro sign off Sept 2010 Hosting tours to the viewpod since Feb 2010 Worlds' first elevator accessible observation deck on a wind turbine Second operating wind project in BC First ski hill in Canada with a wind turbine Components and design was sourced from 9 different countries 100% privately financed by Grouse Mountain 1

2 Eye of the Wind Statistics 102 m total height of structure 65 m height of tower 57 m height of viewpod 7 m diameter Each blade is 37 m long 12,000lbs each 0 m Purpose / Goals of the EOTW Produce clean renewable energy Move towards becoming a carbon neutral resort Provide a new attraction But most importantly:» Inspire» Educate» Exhilarate Page 4 2

3 Project Timelines Two Year Wind Resource Assessment ( 05/ 06) Permitting with District of N. Vancouver ( 07 10) Development Permitting (Environmental) Building Permit Construction ( 08 / 09) with Completion in Feb.2010 Final Commissioning Completed Sept Page 5 Our Experience Innovative World Firsts Take Time (and Courage) Set Realistic Development Timelines Create a Shared Vision 4-3 Council Vote (Mayor breaking the tie) Project Was New to All Stakeholders Engage Early and Often Be Flexible but Stay Aligned and Focused on the Goal Expect the Unexpected Collaboration Critical Page 6 3

4 Our Experience DNV Planning Staff were Champions Solution Oriented Helped Navigate Choppy Political Waters Aligned Media Messaging Code Confusion National vs. International Standards CSA vs. TUV Electrical, Welding Vital Input from Code Consultant to Bridge Gaps Page 7 Our Experience Challenging Project for BC Hydro too Existing Standard Offer Program Didn t Work Boilerplate Agreements not Subject to Change Can t Customize, Afraid of Setting Precedents GMR wanted to use it s own Power, Not Sell GMR wanted to retain Green Credits Hydro Senior Management Understood the Project and the Vision Management Staff eventually Empowered to help Find Solutions that Work for Both Parties Page 8 4

5 Our Experience Public Supportive when Equipped with the Facts Public Information Meeting Important Transparency Experts Available for Q and A s Photomontages to Allay Concerns of Visuals Media typically sought out Controversy throughout the Permitting Process Difficult Moving Turbine Parts in an Urban Area We Feel your Pain re: FOI Requests! Page 9 View from the Top 5

6 View from the Top Chronology Project commenced in 05 with feasibility study and collection of wind data for 24 months Summer 07 engaged with DNV planning staff Dec 07 Preliminary Planning application Feb 08 DNV Council brief June 08 Development Permit approval for Foundation only Phase 1 Page 12 6

7 Chronology Phase 2 Development Permit Application Aug. 08 DNV Advisory Design Panel Appearance Sept. 08 Public Information Meeting Sept. 08 DNV Council Vote on Phase 2 DP Oct. 08 Development Permit Issues for Construction of the Turbine Nov covenant required to ensure a monitoring plan in place re: impact of turbine on birds and bats Erection on Site Sept. 09 Completion Feb. 10 in time for the 2010 Games Page 13 Benefits of Wind Energy Wind is a renewable source of energy we will never run out Clean, no pollution, no GHG emissions No waste product Low impact Small footprint on ground and surrounding lands can be used as before One of the most economical options for new large scale electricity generation Allows for embedded generation Safe and clean de-commissioning 7

8 Eye of the Wind Statistics Wind Turbine + Elevator + Observation Deck Three blades harness the kinetic energy in the wind and rotate our gearless generator Expected to produce 2,000,000 kwh each year which is equivalent to 25% of our annual energy usage each year. 2,000,000 kwh = energy used by 260 average Canadian homes In ideal wind conditions, wind turbine could produce more, up to enough electricity for 400 average Canadian homes. Eye of the Wind Statistics Wind Turbine + Elevator + Observation Deck Elevator shaft sits in centre of the tower Cab can hold eight passengers Ascends 55 metres in 35 seconds Designed by KONE of Finland engineers experienced with Marine Elevators 8

9 Eye of the Wind Statistics Wind Turbine + Elevator + Observation Deck Our viewpod is the world s first elevator accessible observation deck atop a wind turbine Can hold up to 36 people in the glass enclosure Connects to nacelle of wind turbine, causing it to rotate around the tower when the nacelle rotates to face into the wind A unique spot for visiting guests, organized school groups, and a limitless venue for unique events The International Team Company Country Role Grouse Mountain Resorts Canada Host & Installation Leitwind Ag Italy Wind Turbine Sigma Composite France ViewPod LM Denmark Wind Turbine Blades Leitwind Ag Austria Wind Turbine Assembly Kone Finland Elevator Tbailey, Katana Summit USA Tower Manufacturer Tbailey, Katana Summit Korea Tower Components Shriram Leitwind India Generator Page 18 9

10 Pod Manufacturing Re-assembled on-site Electrical components, fire protection system, heating/ ventilation all installed while on the ground. This ensured that these components met Canadian Code accordingly. Page 19 Elevator Manufacturing Elevator manufacturing was quite standard to other Kone elevators. Components arrived in parts for assembly in the tower after erection. Installation conducted October 2009 until February 2010 Page 20 10

11 Logistics Blade Transportation Logistics Base Tower Section Transportation Play Webisode 4 11

12 Construction Foundation constructed in October 2008 Installed on bed rock 15 metre deep rock anchors secured into a 2 metre high concrete pad Page 23 Construction Modular system makes for a straight-forward assembly 12

13 To conclude Challenging and Unique Project Made possible by Inspired Concept Innovative Engineers Determined Trades people millwrights, electricians, mechanics In a year we will produce enough electricity to offset 25% of our annual electricity usage Inspire and educate 1.2 million visitors per year Eye of the Wind & Blue Grouse The Eye of the Wind is part of the Blue Grouse Program which ensures all business decisions pass through the filters of Social, Environmental and Economical Responsibility. Social Environmental Economical Engage guests in wind energy and alternative energy sources. Educate and inspire. Reduce energy consumption by 25%. Produce clean energy. Shrink our carbon footprint. Reduce our hydro bill by 25%. Develop a new exciting attraction for guests. 13

14 Blue Grouse Story Some other resort-wide efforts under Blue Grouse include: Bio diesel for alpine fleet Energy reduction programs Local and sustainable food suppliers, Ocean Wise, Green Table Network Wildlife refuge Green Sealed cleaners, soap and paper products in all washrooms Compostable products Recycling programs for food, batteries, fuels, etc Water reduction through hands - free faucets Waste reduction through handsfree soap and paper dispensers Low voltage lighting No idling zone No smoking at resort Charitable events and fundraisers Alternative energy sources Recycled products wherever possible Environmental Fund for employees cups Blue Grouse- a brand, a promise and a mission Thank You 14