Wind Haven is proudly dedicated to the advancement of Clean Technologies that benefit all people world wide. Currently, we’re conducting research work in the fields of LED’s, Solar, Stationary Power, Wind, and Water that will benefit generations to come. In 2009 Wind Haven will complete testing on WISP, UPS, LED Lighting, and Solar Charging products. These exciting technologies will eventually be adapted into commercial products. We would also like to thank the professional team at NCS Power for providing the batteries, chargers, LED lighting, and solar extraction systems to Wind Haven. NCS Power is a world-class battery management company and can be contacted through their website: www.ncspower.com.

Vertical Wind Turbine Test Site

One of our newest projects, slated for installation in August 2009, is a vertical wind turbine site. This site is currently under construction to test wind turbines from five different manufacturers. To determine the most efficient ones, each wind turbine will be carefully monitored for noise levels, normal wear, and low wind velocity performance. Lithium phosphate storage batteries will be integrated with wireless monitoring devices to track energy production, with a special emphasis on low wind velocity energy production.

Wireless Internet Service

Wireless internet service for local residences and two business sites is currently running off the Wind Haven WISP (Wireless Internet Service Provider) tower. Powered by solar and lithium rechargeable battery systems, the tower allows ranch staff to utilize 5.8GHz, 2.4GHz, and 900MHz networks throughout the facility to order supplies over the internet and monitor the premises. A two-year study utilizing lithium rechargeable battery Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) will be completed in June 2009. These solar and lithium chemistry UPS systems will allow the deployment of robust fault tolerant WISP systems in remote areas where power is limited or uninterrupted power is absolutely necessary. This prevents the WISP operator from having to drive to the site in the event of a primary power outage.

Solar Charging

When it comes to saving gas and fuel-based energy, Wind Haven utilizes alternate energy solutions. Four new charging stations will be installed for evaluation on Farm ATV’s, HEV, E-Bikes, and Plug-In vehicles. In February 2009 the E-Bike Charger will be deployed with the new SmartSense extraction technology. Wind Haven is home to miles of trails along the Toutle River, and we’re very anxious to test the new E-Bike Batteries and chargers provided by NCS Power. A second solar charging program will be deployed in February 2009 utilizing a lithium manganese battery system to power carbon heating elements that prevent the freezing of water troughs and bibs across the ranch.

LED Street Lighting

Standard lighting systems draw enormous amounts of power, so we’ve designated a 1/2-mile of road for street lighting studies. Individually monitored lighting systems will be subject to extreme environmental conditions over a two-year study period. In March 2009, we will install solar-powered arena lighting for a one year study to promote cost-effective lighting for remote applications. Like the other projects, the lighting system will utilize lithium phosphate storage cells along with a new solar extraction system. After development, our Outdoor Area LED lighting will be some of the most efficient lighting available today. Wind Haven’s new SmartSense technology will reduce the amount of energy used by LED’s by sensing the amount of sunlight being absorbed and changing the state of the batteries to optimize LED operation during the evening.

Global Contribution

Wind Haven is also dedicated to increasing energy efficiency on a global scale. In May 2009 a self-contained, low-cost LED solar lighting system will be deployed with NiMH batteries. While these lights will be tested in outdoor sheds and utility buildings throughout the ranch, the lighting system will be targeted for development in Africa and India. All systems are developed to be as sustainable and green as possible, which make them ideal for deployment to developing nations.

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