ROCKY MOUNTAIN POWER’S BLUE SKY
2011 RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECT TOUR
WIND & SOLAR POWER
Want to explore a wind farm, visit a solar project and learn more about these impressive green
technologies? Sign up for our guided tour this fall.
Join us on Friday, September 30 to tour the Mountain Wind Power Project in southwest Wyoming and
the Swaner Eco Center near Park City, Utah, which features a 6.6-kilowatt solar array among other
leading energy and environmental features.
During the wind portion of our tour, you will learn about the development, history and technology of a
utility-scale wind project. You will also have the amazing experience of getting up close and stepping
inside of a 259 foot tall wind turbine.
Following the wind tour, visit the Swaner EcoCenter and learn from local professionals about solar
energy and sustainable design.
The 2011 tour is hosted by Rocky Mountain Power’s Blue SkySM renewable energy program and
organized by 3Degrees, Rocky Mountain Power’s partner in educating customers about the Blue Sky
renewable energy program.
Rocky Mountain Power customers and their guests are invited to join us for one or both project tours.
Learn more about both projects below and the day’s itinerary. The tour starts and ends at the Swaner Eco
Center in Park City, Utah.
Signup soon, space is limited. Come be part of the green energy future.
Tour Times & Cost
Friday, September 30
Wind Project Tour: 9 a.m. to 1:15 pm
Solar Project tour: 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.
We offer a discount to our Blue Sky customers. The costs are as follows:
 Package 1 & 2 (lunch provided) – Wind and Solar Project Tour; or Wind Tour only
o Blue Sky registration: $20 for adults and children
o Regular registration: $25 for adults and children
 Package 3 – Solar Tour only
o Blue Sky registration: $5 for adults and children
o Regular registration: $10 for adults and children
For more information or to enroll in the Blue Sky program and qualify for the discounted Blue Sky
registration rate immediately, call 1-800-769-3717 or visit rockymountainpower.net/bluesky. Contact
[email protected] or call 1-866-476-9378 ext. 40 for questions regarding the tour.
PROJECT TOUR SUMMARIES
Mountain Wind Power Project
Wyoming is home to one of the best wind resources in the country. Driving along the interstate, one of
the most striking sights you’ll see is a vast array of wind turbines. The Mountain Wind Power Project,
located in Fort Bridger, Wyoming, and in service since July 2008, has 67, 2.1-megawatt turbines
generating wind power equivalent to the amount of electricity used by approximately 47,800 Rocky
Mountain Power households annually. The utility is purchasing 100 percent of the facility’s output to
help serve its customers’ growing electricity needs.
Swaner Eco Center Solar Project
Swaner is a nonprofit that protects 1,200 acres of incredible open space surrounding the EcoCenter. Utah
State University’s Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter has been recognized for its role in establishing Park
City as a national “green” leader. The EcoCenter, completed in 2009, is a multi-use facility with space for
educational and community activities.
Swaner EcoCenter features a 6.6-kilowatt solar project utilizing 33 rooftop panels generating
approximately 11,000 kilowatt-hours per year. This project was made possible by more than 30,400 Utah
customers participating in Rocky Mountain Power’s Blue Sky renewable energy program - a voluntary
green power program that provides a simple and convenient way to support renewable energy equal to a
portion or all of their energy use. Through Blue Sky, residents and businesses support the development
of new renewable energy resources in the West, including community-based projects like this one.
The Swaner EcoCenter was designed to achieve the coveted Leadership in Energy and Environmental
Design (LEED) platinum certification, the highest standard set by the U.S. Green Building Council. The
solar panels provide on-site electricity and are among the most cutting edge elements of the center’s
design.
PROJECT TOUR SCHEDULE
Wind Project Tour Itinerary
9 a.m.
Meet at the at the Swaner EcoCenter (1258 Center Drive, Park City, Utah)
9:15 a.m.
Depart: Park City, Utah
A charter bus will take guests to Wyoming’s Mountain Wind Power facility.
En route you’ll hear from energy experts about the basics of wind power, site
development, economics, environmental issues, weather, geography and what it takes to
maintain and operate the wind farm. We will discuss new industry developments as well
as what Rocky Mountain Power is doing to identify and acquire cost-effective renewable
resources and, separately, how its customers are making a difference through the utility’s
voluntary Blue Sky renewable energy program. You’ll also be provided an opportunity to
get answers to your questions from industry experts.
10:45 a.m.
Arrive: - Mountain Wind Power Project - Fort Bridger, Wyoming
Marvel at the utility-scale wind turbines up close. Technicians involved in generation
maintenance, operation and inspections will take you inside a turbine, describe their
unique features, and be on hand to answer your questions. We’ll also take a group photo.
11:45 p.m.
Travel to Swaner Eco Center – near Park City, Utah
Lunch provided by Whole Foods on bus trip back to Swaner EcoCenter.
En route, hear from local sustainability experts and learn about Park City’s
environmental sustainability goals, which include increasing and promoting renewable
energy. Find out about solar projects completed in the community – some funded in part
by Rocky Mountain Power’s Blue Sky customers.
1:15 p.m.
Arrive at Swaner Eco Center, the final tour destination
Solar Tour Itinerary
1:30 p.m.
Solar tour begins at the Swaner EcoCenter
Learn about solar energy and the unique features of Swaner EcoCenter from the engineer
involved in its development. Swaner EcoCenter leadership will be on hand to discuss
their mission to nurture both the ecosystem and the people connected with it. Participate
in a guided walking tour of the Center, view the solar panels and get answers to your
questions.
3 p.m.
Solar tour ends at Swaner EcoCenter
What to bring: Comfortable clothing appropriate for fall, changing season weather, close-toed shoes,
note-taking materials, camera, and questions for the experts.
ROCKY MOUNTAIN POWER’S BLUE SKY
2011 Renewable Project Tour
Registration information
Friday, September 30, 2011
Wind: 9 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. & Solar: 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Thank you for your interest in Rocky Mountain Power’s annual renewable energy facility tour.
Please take a moment to fill out the enclosed registration form.
Registration Costs
We offer a discount to our Blue Sky customers. The costs are as follows:
 Package 1 & 2 – Wind and Solar Project Tour; or Wind Tour only
o Blue Sky registration: $20 for adults and children
o Regular registration: $25 for adults and children
 Package 3 – Solar Tour only:
o Blue Sky registration: $5 for adults and children
o Regular registration: $10 for adults and children
For more information or to enroll in the Blue Sky program and qualify for the discounted Blue
Sky registration rate immediately, call 1-800-769-3717, visit rockymountainpower.net/bluesky.
Please note
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Registration is open to Rocky Mountain Power customers and their guests.
Space is limited. Please send us your completed registration form as soon as possible to
guarantee your spot.
Registrations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis and must be postmarked by
September 15, 2011.
No registration will be processed without full payment.
Cancellation Policy:
 Full refunds are available for cancellations received before September 1, 2011.
 Rocky Mountain Power and 3Degrees reserve the right to cancel the tour and
issue full refunds for any reason.
To complete your registration
1. Please complete, sign and date your registration form to show that you have read and
understand the information outlined above regarding registration and cancellation.
2. Please mail your registration form and a check payable to 3Degrees to:
Rocky Mountain Power
Attn: Blue Sky Renewable Energy Project Tour
P.O. Box 25308
Salt Lake City, UT 84125-9925
ROCKY MOUNTAIN POWER’S BLUE SKY
2011 Renewable Energy Project Tour
Registration Form
Friday, September 30, 2011
Wind: 9 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. & Solar: 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Please check one:
 I am a Blue Sky customer
 I am not a Blue Sky customer but would like to enroll now
(Note: tour is limited to Rocky Mountain Power customers and their guests)
Please indicate below which tour(s) you plan to participate in:
 Wind & solar project tours (Package 1)
 Solar project tour only (Package 3)
 Wind project tour only (Package 2)
First Name (Rocky Mountain Power account holder)
Last Name
Street address
City
State
Zip
Phone
e-mail
List yourself and all guests below. Indicate if the guest will attend the wind & solar tours (package 1), the
wind tour only (package 2), or the solar tour only (Package 3) under the Blue Sky or Regular registration.
First & Last Name
(List self and all guests below)
1
Blue Sky
Registration
Regular Registration
(non-Blue Sky)
Indicate tour(s)
Indicate tour(s)
2
3
4
Cost of Blue Sky Registration
Cost of Regular Registration
Package 1&2: $20 X guests =___________
Package 3: $5 X guests = ______________
Package 1&2: $25 X guests =___________
Package 3: $10 X guests = _____________
Total Amount due=___________
Food Box lunches will be provided by Whole Foods (when you register for package 1 or 2). Please list
any special dietary needs or limitations (use back of form if necessary):
Signature: ________________________________________
Date: _________________
Please sign and date to show that you’ve read and understand the registration and cancellation policy.