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“Farming the Wind”

 

 

Rochester – June  1, 2010 The Fulton Economic Development Corporation (FEDCO) in conjunction with the Rochester and Lake Manitou Chamber of Commerce and  Ivy Tech Community College will host the next Lunch and Learn seminar series, “Farming the Wind” on June 15th from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm at the FEDCO/Chamber offices.  This seminar, offered FREE to the general public, with lunch provided, marks the second in a series of monthly Lunch and Learn educational events.  Both “small wind” and “big wind” will be discussed, including the costs and benefits of a small, residential tower to the latest research about the feasibility of large wind farms; including who benefits from wind power, and potential drawbacks. 

The presenters will be Regan Newton of New Holland Rochester and Gloria Carvey of Ivy Tech Community College.  FEDCO Executive Director Terry Lee states, “Wind is a very important part of our energy source today and one of the cleanest forms of electrical energy generation.  Education is an important part of deciding if it is right for you or your business and Farming the Wind seminar is a great first step.”    

Tuesday, June 15, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. (lunch provided)

 

Fulton Economic Development Corp.

822 Main Streeet

Rochester, IN 46975

 

Advance registration required.  Please contact:

Carol Bitzer

574-223-3326

cbitzer@fultondevelopment.org

 

 

 

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