Three wind-turbines are being installed at Western Reserve High School in Berlin Center.
The school district will be one of the first in Ohio to use wind-power to save on energy costs. The turbines are 195 feet high and will generate 175 kilowatt hours. The $400,000 project is is expected to save the district about 10 percent on energy costs. The project was paid for through grant money. Construction at the school started in August and all 3 turbines should be up by Tuesday.
The school district says their goal is to have a more energy efficient building and cut down on operating costs. "The concept is to cut down the use and be more sustainable in the future," said Charles Swindler, Superintendent of Western Reserve Schools.
The project is expected to be completed by November 2. Governor Ted Strickland will be in town for the dedication ceremony that day.
