Colorado has 291 MW of wind power installed, with an additional 320+ MW of wind power in the planning stages. Statewide, Colorado’s potential wind power is almost 55,000 MW. CSU will soon be tapping into that resource with the new Maxwell Ranch Wind Farm and Research Center. The Maxwell Ranch wind farm will provide researchers and students from across the university - departments such as atmospheric science, mechanical engineering, construction management, economics and wildlife biology - with an unprecedented opportunity to conduct cutting-edge wind systems and environmental sciences research at the large-scale outdoor laboratory, said Tony Frank, provost and senior vice president. Since the CSU Green Power Project will generate more wind power than the electrical needs of campus, it could produce up to an additional $30 million in revenue for the university over the life of the project, which is about 25 years. In addition, Colorado State can become a net exporter of green power.

"This wind farm will be an incredible addition to our commitment to research and discovery as well as teaching and learning," Frank said. "The university is already a leader in developing renewable energy solutions that address health and environmental concerns around the world." 

Wind Energy

Wind energy holds significant near-term opportunity for the Clean Energy Supercluster™ and is one of the most cost effective renewable energy options available. Colorado has the opportunity to increase its role as both an implementer of wind energy and a developer of wind energy technology.

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