SCA has significantly advanced its commitment to green alternative energy with the installation of four wind turbines at its Service Excellence Center (SEC) in Menasha / Neenah, Wisconsin, USA. The official start-up of the turbines was marked with a community event and dedication ceremony on July 21.
At the community celebration the public had the chance to learn more about alternative energy, environmental awareness and conservation. "Our new wind turbines stand as a symbol of SCA’s commitment to sustainability and our environmentally friendly products," Don Lewis, President of SCA Tissue North America, told the assembled dignitaries and attendees.
Footings for the 30-meter towers were placed in early December 2009. The towers were tipped into place during the week of June 14, 2010. The four 20-kilowatt turbines are now adding to the electricity supply for the SEC building.
"Each turbine has three 15-foot blades. Together, the four turbines will produce 100 to 125 megawatt-hours per year, enough electricity to power 10 to 12 homes each year," says Mike Dillon, manager for SCA’s tissue operations, environmental and risk management.
