Jiminy Peak Memo

Memorandum

To: Brian Fairbank / President and CEO, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort

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From: Sustainable Energy Developments, Inc (SED)

Date:

Re: Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort Wind Turbine Project – Nicknamed ‘Project Zephyr’

Background

From September 17, 2012 through September 24, 2012 Ontario, New York-based Sustainable Energy Developments, Inc. (SED) conducted impact and feasibility studies regarding the proposed placement of a 1.5 MW-capacity wind turbine on the western shoulder of Jiminy Peak at a cost of $3.9 million. SED has determined that there is ample wind on Jiminy Peak’s western facing ridge to warrant installation, and recommends that the turbine project succeed based on all factors reviewed. The project has been named ‘Zephyr’ after its definition of ‘a gentle, mild breeze’ or ‘a western wind.’ The project is slated for completion by March, 2013 and will have approximately a 30-50 year design life, although the tower, foundation and interconnection equipment is estimated to have a far longer life. Based on its findings, SED recommends that Jiminy Peak is a suitable location for a wind turbine, and believes the placement will benefit the Mountain Resort and surrounding community.

As background, Sustainable Energy Developments, Inc. (SED) works with municipalities, businesses, schools, farms and homeowners to develop high quality, community-scale wind power projects. SED’s wind development services offer solutions to the diverse energy challenges facing enterprises and provide a clear path to achieving project goals. More information on SED, and current projects similar to the Jiminy Peak assessment, can be found online at www.sed-net.com.

SED is committed to working with clients who are committed to being responsible stewards of Massachusetts’ natural resources. As described on its website, www.jiminypeak.com, Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort’s policy of environmental awareness is seen in all of its activities. As described, Jiminy Peak “seeks to...