Program name: Alternative Energy Institute (AEI)
Host: West Texas A & M University
State(s): Texas
Main office location: Canyon
Eligibility: The AEI Wind Test Center (WTC) has space for 10 to 12 wind turbines. Presently 5 wind turbines are installed. AEI and the US. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have evaluated 35 wind turbines at the AEI WTC, at USDA, Bushland, Texas, and at several field
Types of assistance offered: Incubator Facilities, Other Assistance, Technical Assistance
Email address: aeimail@mail.wtamu.edu
Web address: http://www.wtamu.edu/research/aei/
Program description: The Alternative Energy Institute (AEI) was formed in 1977 at West Texas State University, Texas, USA, as an outgrowth of wind energy research begun in 1970. AEI's primary emphasis has been placed on wind energy, though certain research and education are also on solar energy. Being recognized both nationally and internationally, AEI is proud to be the major information resource of wind energy for the State of Texas.
The program of AEI includes: wind data collection and analysis of the wind characteristics; evaluation of wind turbines; research, development, and design of renewable energy systems; classes, seminars, workshops, training programs, publications, and information dissemination; consulting for industry, governments, and individuals.
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