Using Wind Power for Electrical Demand at Highway Rest Areas
Focus Area
Energy
Subcommittee
Air Quality
Status
Archived
Cost
$250k-$499k
Timeframe
1-2 years
Research Idea Scope
The Illinois Department of Transportation is currently working with the
Urgency and Payoff
We believe the potential exists to reduce electrical power demands from traditional sources such as fossil fuel powered electrical plants by utilizing wind power. The potential benefits include a reduction in operating costs for the Department in electrical demand, as well as reductions in pollution from fossil fuel powered electrical plants. Finally, we believe the educational benefits would be significant as we can educate travelers in
Suggested By
Ken Martin, Illinois Department of Transportation, Telephone: 217-782-5360
Submitted
05/14/2008