About Illinois Wind
Located at Western Illinois University, the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs promotes improvement of the quality of life in rural areas by developing public-private partnerships with local agencies concerning small business development and community development projects. Institute supported programs include rural economic and community development (including value-added agriculture), health care, education, public transportation, public management policies, housing, and technology.
As part of its work, the Institute is committed to assisting rural residents and communities of Illinois in building knowledge of wind power as a sustainable development tool. This knowledge will lead to sound decision making regarding the development of wind energy and facilitate development where it is feasible to do so.
Main Projects:
- Illinois County Wind Zoning Research
- Statewide Wind Monitoring Program/Anemometer Loan Program
- Community Outreach & Technical Assistance
- Renewable Energy Education & Curriculum Resources
Staff
Sean Park, Program Manager
T:(309) 298-3216
Email: ms-park@wiu.edu
Program Funding Partners
National Renewable Energy Laboratory – National Wind for Schools Program
Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation
Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity provided funding for the Illinois Wind for Schools program, a collaborative effort with the Center for Renewable Energy at Illinois State University.