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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWave Power Project Evaluation Study_TDXPower_AEA Rd III©ALASM Renewable Energy Fund Grant Application Round 3 SECTION —APPLICANT INFORMATION ' Name (Name of utility, IPP, or government entity submitting proposal) TDX Power, Inc. Type of Entity: IPP Mailing Address Physical Address 4300 B Street, #402, Anchorage, AK 99603 4300 B Street, #402, Anchorage, AK 99503 Telephone Fax Email 907-762.8450 907-278-2332 ngoodman@tdxpower.com 1.1 APPLICANT POINT OF CONTACT Name Title Nicholas Goodman CEO Mailing Address 4300 B Street, #402, Anchorage, AK 99503 Telephone Fax Email 907.762-8450 907.278.2332 ngoodman@tdxpower.com 1.2 APPLICANT MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Please check as appropriate. If you do not to meet the minimum applicant requirements, your application, will be rejected. 1.2.1 As an Applicant, we are: (put an X in the appropriate box) An electric utility holding a certificate of public convenience and necessity under AS 42.05, or x An independent power producer in accordance with 3 AAC 107.695 (a) (1), or A local government, or A governmental entity (which includes tribal councils and housing authorities); Yes 1.2.2. Attached to this application is formal approval and endorsement for its project by its board of directors, executive management, or other governing authority. if the applicant is a collaborative grouping, a formal approval from each participant's governing authority is necessary. (Indicate Yes or No in the box ) Yes 1.2.3. As an applicant, we have administrative and financial management systems and follow procurement standards that comply with the standards set forth in the grant agreement. Yes 1.2.4. If awarded the grant, we can comply with all terms and conditions of the attached grant form. (Any exceptions should be clearly noted and submitted with the application.) Yes 1.2.5 We intend to own and operate any project that may be constructed with grant funds for the benefit of the general public. AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 2 of 18 10/7/2009 /filDALASKA Renewable Energy Fund 401D ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application Round 3 SECTION 2 — PROJECT SUMMARY This is intended to be no more than a 1-2 page overview of your project 2.1 Project Title — (Provide a 4 to 5 word title for your project) Type in your answer here and follow same format for rest of the application. Wave Power Project Evaluation Study 2.2 Project Location — Include the physical location of your project and name(s) of the community or communities that will benefit from your project. Communities along the Gulf of Alaska and southern half of the Bering Sea 2.3 PROJECT TYPE Put X in boxes as appropriate 2.3.1 Renewable Resource Type Wind Biomass or Biofuels Hydro, including run of river Transmission of Renewable Energy Geothermal, including Heat Pumps Small Natural Gas Heat Recovery from existing sources Hydrokinetic Solar Storage of Renewable x Other (Describe) wave power 2.3.2 Proposed Grant funded Phase(s) for this Request (Check all that apply) Reconnaissance x Design x Feasibility Construction and Commissioning x Conceptual Design 2.4 PROJECT DESCRIPTION Provide a brief one paragraph description of your proposed project. TDXPower will work with Voith Hydro Wavegen to deliver this project. Voith Hydro Wavegen is an industry leader in the development of wave power technologies and a long track record of success with the deployment of their nine year old commercial wave power generation facility in Scotland. Management from TDX Power have worked with Wavegen since 1999 and have formed a joint relationship to pursue the development of Alaska's first wave power generation facility together. It is our intention that this project will be a continuation of a study that has already been started by the project team and will be completed prior to grant award. The objective of the initial phase will be to identify 3 suitable sites for fixed Oscillating Water Column wave energy plants in Alaska. The initial phase will be carried out using publicly available data from NOAA and other public bodies. This data will be used to generate a preliminary assessment of wave resource, transmission infrastructure, other site users and energy demand for various sites throughout the state. The data will then be used to expand and update the report `Wave power in Alaska: Community Profiles' written by Nick Goodman in 1999. From this report 3 sites will be selected and a full technical, economic and environmental assessment will be carried out. It is this full site assessment that is the subiect of this Qrant AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 3 of 18 10/7/2009 /©ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund ENERGYAUTHORITY Grant Application Round 3 application. Upon completion of the study, it is anticipated that the project team will be in possession of all the data required to apply far a fall FERC license for the sites selected. 2.5 PROJECT BENEFIT Briefly discuss the financial and public benefits that will result from this project, (such as reduced fuel costs, lower energy costs; etc.) The Gulf of Alaska and the Bering Sea both possess significant wave power resources. Voith Hydro Wavegen. has been an industry leader in generating utility scale power from these resources for nine years. Benefits of a wave power project in this region include reduced energy costs as the communities with significant wave resources typically suffer from high energy prices stemming f om high fuel prices. 2.6 PROJECT BUDGET OVERVIEW Briefly discuss the amount of funds needed, the anticipated sources of funds, and the nature and source of other contributions to the project. The total budget required for this project is $321,360. TDXPower and Voith Hydro Wavegen will contribute approximately 10% as a match, or $30, 000, leaving requested funds at $291, 360. The TDX/Voith team will also contribute the findings of their initial study which will occur prior to the award of this grant During this pre -award period, the team will build on the reconnaissance grade study of Alaska's wave resources completed in 1999 to narrow the 20+ potential sites down to 3 sites appropriate for detailed evaluation. 2.7 COST AND BENEFIT SUMARY Include a summary of grant request and your project's total costs and benefits below. Grant Costs (Summary of funds requested) 2.7.1 Grant Funds Requested in this application. $ 247,360.00 2.7.2 Other Funds to be provided (Project match) $ 30,000.00 2.7.3 Total Grant Costs (sum of 2.7.1 and 2.7.2) $ 277,360.00 Project Costs & Benefits (Summary of total project costs including work to date and future cost estimates to get to a, fully operational project) 2.7A Total Project Cost (Summary from Cost Worksheet $ NIA including estimates through construction) 2.7.5 Estimated Direct Financial Benefit (Savings) $ NIA 2.7.6 Other Public Benefit (If you can calculate the benefit in $ NIA terms of dollars please provide that number here and explain how you calculated that number in your application (Section 5.) AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 4 of 18 10/7/2009 /® ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund 4ELD ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application Round 3 SECTION 3 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT PLAN Describe who will be responsible for managing the project and provide a plan for successfully completing the project within the scope, schedule and budget proposed in the application. 3.1 Project Manager Tell us who will be managing the project for the Grantee and include a resume and references for the manager(s). If the applicant does not have a project manager indicate how you intend to solicit project management support. If the applicant expects project management assistance from AEA or another government entity, state that in this section. The project manager for this grant will be Martina Dabo at TDX Power. Her resume is attached. 3.2 Project Schedule Include a schedule for the proposed work that will be funded by this grant. (You may include a chart or table attachment with a summary of dates below.) TDX to add environmental and other schedule items. For the Bathometric survey we would anticipate (see Grant budget form for suggested dates) 1 weeks work to write RFQ 4 weeks to receive responses and award contract 6 weeks to complete survey and report For the wave resource assessment we would anticipate I weeks work to write RFQ 4 weeks to receive responses and award contract 3 weeks per site x 3 sites to complete survey and report For the wave tank testing we would anticipate 10 weeks to carry out a preliminary assessment of 3 sites For the civil engineering cost analysis we would anticipate 1 weeks work to write RFQ 213 weeks to receive responses and award contract 8 weeks to complete survey and report 3.3 Project Milestones Define key tasks and decision points in your project and a schedule for achieving them. The Milestones must also be included on your budget worksheet to demonstrate how you propose to manage the project cash flow. (See Section 2 of the RFA or the Budget Form.) Downselect 3 sites for further analysis: This process will build on the pre award scope and will result in a final 3 sites for the conceptual design far this project. Bathymetric survey: This will be the first step in this project where critical data will be gathered about each sites bathymetry. Resource Assessment. This process will focus on detailed assessment of local wave resources at each site. • Wave tank testing: Utilizing Voith's state of the art wave testing facility in Scotland, the team will build a replica of each of the proposed sites incorporating bathymetry and AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 5 of 18 10/7/2009 /®ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund ENEROYAUTHORITY Grant Application Round 3 resource data from the earlier studies. Results will include an indicative power output profile from the proposed OWC generation plant. • Civil Engineering Cost analysis: This final component will provide cost data sufficient to carry out a feasibility assessment. This is integral to understanding the cost ofpower produced from the proposed plant. • Final Report: This will summarize the findings of the study and propose the next phase of the project. 3.4 Project Resources Describe the personnel, contractors, equipment, and services you will use to accomplish the project. Include any partnerships or commitments with other entities you have or anticipate will be needed to complete your project. Describe any existing contracts and the selection process you may use for major equipment purchases or contracts. include brief resumes and references for known, key personnel, contractors, and suppliers as an attachment to your application. The TDXPower Voith team include industry professionals with years of experience in developing wave power generation facilities and renewable energy projects in remote Alaska. The project lead for Wavegen will be Les Gamble, and his resume is attached. The project lead for TDX Power will be Nicholas Goodman. Mr. Goodman prepared the initial reconnaissance level study for Voith Hydro Wavegen in 1999. Since that time, he has been involved with numerous renewable energy projects in rural Alaska, and is also intimate with financial considerations for projects involving rural utilities. 3.5 Project Communications Discuss how you plan to monitor the project and keep the Authority informed of the status. TDX Power will provide the regular detailed reports to the AEA on the progress of this project as required by the grant. 3.6 Project Risk Discuss potential problems and how you would address them. There are no technical issues or other concerns that pose a risk to this project. AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 6 of 18 10/7/2009 A L A S K A Renewable Energy Fund / 61IF-) ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application Round 3 SECTION 4 - PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND TASKS • Tell us what the project is and how you will meet the requirements outlined in Section 2 of the RFA. • The level of information will vary according to phase(s) of the project you propose to undertake with grant funds, • If you are applying for grant funding for more than one phase of a project provide plan and grant budget form for completion of each phase: • If some work has already been completed on your project and you are requesting funding for an advanced phase, submit information sufficient to demonstrate that the preceding phases are satisfied and funding for an advanced phase is warranted. 4.1 Proposed Energy Resource Describe the potential extent/amount of the energy resource that is available. Discuss the pros and cons of your proposed energy resource vs. other alternatives that may be available for the market to be served by your project. The preliminary stage of this project (prior to grant award) will identify 3 sites that have the potential for a fixed Oscillating Water Column (OWC) wave energy plant. The next phase of the project (and the subject of this grant application) will be to accurately assess the available resource for the selected sites. In order to do this, the following tasks will be completed for each site selected. Bathymetric Survey This survey will map the sea bed at the selected sites using local contractors. The data will feed in to a wave resource assessment and allow an accurate analysis of the available resource to be produced. Wave Resource Assessment Existing data from buoys stationed in the vicinity of the selected sites will be collected and mathematically modeled to fit the specific location and bathymetry. With the requested funds we will be seeking information with respect to the wave climate at a minimum of two points per selected site. The output of the study should produce information on the annual average wave power, monthly average wave power, scatter diagrams monthly and annually and against direction in 22.5 degree segments; estimate of the extreme spectrum in terms of spectral height and period, taking into account extreme tides and storm surge; and, information of maximum wave heights and period combinations to enable calculation of extreme wave force. This information along with other study information will be the foundations for further analysis and project design. Again, we will seek to use local contractors for this work. 4.2 Existing Energy System 4.2.1 Basic configuration of Existing Energy System Briefly discuss the basic configuration of the existing energy system. Include information about the number, size, age, efficiency, and type of generation. The proposed project is a feasibility study and as such there is no existing energy system. The proposed technology revolves around Voith Hydro Wavegen's Oscillating Water Column technology, first deployed on the Isle of Islay in Scotland. LIMPET was the world's first grid - connected commercial scale wave energy plant. It has been in operation for nine years accumulating over 40, 000 generating hours. AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 7 of 18 10/7/2009 ,goo ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund ® ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application Round 3 LIMPET is an inclined oscillating water column (OWC) that couples with the surge - dominated wave field adjacent to the shore. The water depth at the entrance to the OWC is in the region of seven metres. The air chamber is specifically designed to maximise the capture of wave energy and conversion to pneumatic power. The Wells turbines are carefully matched to the air chamber to maximise power output. The performance of LIMPET has been optimised for annual average wave intensities of between 15 and 25kW/m. LIMPET's design makes it easy to build and install. Its low profile gives low visibility minimising impact on coastal landscapes or views. 4.2.2 Existing Energy Resources Used Briefly discuss your understanding of the existing energy resources. Include a brief discussion of any impact the project may have on existing energy infrastructure and resources. The Gulf ofAlaska and Alaska's Bering Sea are widely recognized as having one of the strongest and most robust wave resources in the world. Work carried out by EPRI estimated that southern Alaska had a potential wave resource of apprximately 1250TWh/year (http://oceanenergy. epri. comlattachments/wave/reportsIO09_Final_ Report RB_Rev 2_092205.pdf . If successful, this study will identify aproject in a community that likely generates electricity from a diesel fueled power plant. Including wave power generation in a diesel fuel based community would serve to reduce fuel costs and likely reduce the overall cost of power. 4.2.3 Existing Energy Market Discuss existing energy use and its market. Discuss impacts your project may have on energy customers. The likely market for this study includes rural, remote communities along Alaska's coastline that currently generate electricity from diesel fueled engine generator sets. Benefits of this project include reduced diesel fuel consumption and lower energy costs. AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 8 of 18 10/7/2009 /S� ALASHKA Renewable Energy Fund Grant Application Round 3 4.3 Proposed System Include information necessary to describe the system you are intending to develop and address potential system design, land ownership, permits, and environmental issues. 4.3.1 System Design Provide the following information for the proposed renewable energy system: • A description of renewable energy technology specific to project location • Optimum installed capacity • Anticipated capacity factor • Anticipated annual generation • Anticipated barriers Basic integration concept A description of renewable energy technology specific to project location The preferred technology for this project is the Oscillating Water Column (OWQ with Well's Turbine power take off The principle of this system is shown below. A Reinforced concrete caisson with enclosed Oscillating Water Column (OWC) mounted on prepared seabed. R Pressure difference between the outside waves and the Inside of the OWC causes the water inside to oscillate up and down. C Wells turbines rotate in the same direction regardless of the airflow, thus generating electricity irrespective of upwards or downwards movement of the water. D Air is compressed and decompressed by OWC. This causes air to be forced out and then sucked back in through the Wells Turbines. This is a long established technology developed by Voith Hydro Wavegen and as such can demonstrate proven reliability and performance. The technology has been in use for over eight years at the LIMPET plant on the Scottish Island of Islay. LIMPET was the first grid connected, commercial scale wave energy plant. It has accumulated over 40,000 generating hours and demonstrated 93% availability for the whole of 2008. There are currently several other projects in progress around the world which do or will use this technology: Mutriku, Spain A breakwater project led by the Basque Government in Northern Spain. 16 turbines will be built AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 9 of 18 10/7/2009 "I. v�`� +Lys � �JJG88SSSddd «< �_. �'a�yL .?S'�Tv�` �A� tb �,. /�ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund Grant Application Round 3 Tahiti, French Polynesia A 0.5MW pilot project led by SEDER This project currently has planning permission and a grid connection. Optimum installed capacity The optimum installed capacity will depend on the wave resource available at the selected site and the energy demand in the local community. It will be defined as a result of this study. Anticipated capacity factor The capacity factor for a wave energy project depends on the resource distribution at the chosen site. However, we would anticipate a capacity factor in the region of 0.25-0.4. Anticipated annual generation It will not be possible to calculate an accurate value for anticipated annual generation until a specific wave resource assessment and wavetank testing are completed. However, for a wave resource of 24MM we would anticipate an average power production of 34GWh/year per MW installed capacity. Anticipated barriers The project team does not anticipate any barriers to this project. Basic integration concept While detailed engineering for the integration of a wave power generation facility has not been completed yet, the project team anticipates the integration will follow a similar path to a typical wind diesel project withlikely upgrades needed to automate the switchgear and controls. Delivery methods The project team anticipates delivery of energy of an eventual project through a standard low or medium voltage interconnection commonplace in rural Alaska. 4.3.2 Land Ownership Identify potential land ownership issues, including whether site owners have agreed to the project AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 11 of 18 10/7/2009 /ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund 4MV) ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application Round 3 or how you intend to approach land ownership and access issues. As this is a feasibility study, there will be no land ownership issues resulting from the study. In general, the projects being proposed will require a minimal amount (roughly 1 acre) proximal to the identified wave resource. 4.3.3 Permits Provide the following information as it may relate to permitting and how you intend to address outstanding permit issues. • List of applicable permits • Anticipated permitting timeline • Identify and discussion of potential barriers While it is not possible to identify all permits required for a wave power project at this time, it is safe to assume that all permitting requirements will be governed by the FERC licensing process. 4.3.4 Environmental Address whether the following environmental and land use issues apply, and if so how they will be addressed: • Threatened or Endangered species • Habitat issues • Wetlands and other protected areas • Archaeological and historical resources • Land development constraints • Telecommunications interference • Aviation considerations • Visual, aesthetics impacts • Identifyanddiscuss other potential barriers The preferred technology for this project is the fixed OWC with Wells Turbine power takeoff One of the significant advantages of this technology is that it has a low impact on the surrounding environment. There are no moving components in the water which limits on -going damage to wildlife habitats caused by the machine cycles. This also means that there is virtually no risk of lubricants or oil leaking directly into the sea. The lubricants that are used are contained in sealed systems within the turbine which is located in a turbine hall well above the sea level. The aim of this study is to quantify the above impacts and all other potential impacts that the plant may have on its environment. This will be done via the following studies: Threatened & Endangered Species Survey An evaluation of any potential impacts on federally listed species and a survey of areas of potentially suitable habitat for ME species within the project boundary and nearby areas that may be affected during construction and operation of the project. The study report will document the consultation with ODF&W, NOAA-Fisheries and USFW, describe methods and results of studies deemed necessary; describe the effects of the project operations on the T&E species found in the survey area; and, describe plans to protect ME species, found in the surveyed areas. Habitat Issues / Wetland and Protected Areas Survey AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 12 of 18 10/7/2009 /ALAS KA Renewable Energy Fund ® ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application Round 3 Conduct a vegetation and wildlife habitat survey in the project area as well as areas indirectly affected by the project construction and operation. The survey will identify any protected areas and will include a description of the methodology, map ofsurvey; any field survey dates and results; description of existing terrestrial vegetation and wildlife that would be affected and mitigation measures. The first stage of the study will be a literature review, including surveys that were recently conducted in the project area for other projects. As appropriate a second stage of field investigations will be conducted The study will be developed in consultation with the various resource agencies, tribes and interested persons. Archeological & Historical Resources Survey A cultural resource survey ofproject features, including staging areas and access roads. The survey and report should identify known resources through available literature; identify locations that have the potential to contain archeological resources; locate archeological sites; assess the National Register for eligibility; evaluate for potential effects; and if necessary draft historic properties management plans. It is anticipated the study will be conducted through literature review and field reconnaissance in cooperation with local tribal authorities. Land development constraints A survey to identify any land -use conflicts within or close to the project sites. It is anticipated that this will be a literature review combined with f eld reconnaissance. It will identify protected wildlife or plant habitats and sites ofspecial scientific or historic interest. In addition, it will identify any other significant users of the area for either recreational or commercial purposes. Telecommunications Interference N/A Aviation considerations N/A Visual and Aesthetic Resource Impacts A study to identify the effects of both the offshore and onshore aspects of the project on the landscape/seascape character and visual amenity of the local area. It will cover all aspects of the project from construction through to operation and eventual decommissioning. The aim of the landscape and visual impact assessment will be to assess the sensitivity to change in the area and to identify the appropriate mitigation measures, such as design guidance and detailed siting requirements. Water and Air Quality impacts The study will focus on two areas - • The potential for accidents and spills that may affect the project environment. A mitigation plan will be developed. Onshore noise impacts. Investigation of the potential for noise and vibration impact on the surrounding environment as a result of construction, operational and decommissioning phases of the project. Keys sources of operation noise for the project include the operating turbines; the switch gear contained within the control building; and, operational support vehicle movements. As part of the noise study, the expected air velocity, minimum, maximum and average during the intake and discharge phases of turbine operation will be studied. This information will be used to determine whether the project will pose a risk to AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 13 of 18 10/7/2009 /® ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund ® ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application Round 3 birds from exposure to the unit. OTHER ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES The Studies listed below are not specifically required by FERC. However, they are studies that the project team feel are necessary to form a complete understanding of the site and the impacts of the project prior to construction. Coastal Processes Modeling the effects of the project on coastal processes in the project location. The assessment will include the effects on offshore hydrodynamic processes and the prevailing coastal processes at the shoreline. This study will address all aspects of the project offshore and along the shoreline and consider these from construction through to the operation and into the decommissioning phase. The modeling of the coastal environment in the vicinity of the project will ascertain the potential effects on wave climate, coastal morphology, commercial/recreational navigation, safety issues and other factors resulting from the construction, operation and maintenance of the project. Transmission line survey and location The survey of the proposed transmission line and access routes will be required in order to assess the extent, cost and environmental impact of any new infrastructure that may be required to support the project. Potential Effect of Electromagnetic Fields A study of'the electromagnetic fields potential effects on species offish and wildlife. This study will quantify the EMF frequencies that will be associated with the project and compare to known thresholds for various species. It is anticipated that submarine cables will have the biggest effect. 4.4 Proposed New System Costs and Projected Revenues (Total Estimated Costs and Projected Revenues) The level of cost information provided will vary according to the phase of funding requested and any previous work the applicant may have done on the project. Applicants must reference the source of their cost data. For example: Applicants Records or Analysis, Industry Standards, Consultant or Manufacturer's estimates. 4.4.1 Project Development Cost Provide detailed project cost information based on your current knowledge and understanding of the project. Cost information should include the following: • Total anticipated project cost, and cost for this phase • Requested grant funding • Applicant matching funds — loans, capital contributions, in -kind • Identification of other funding sources Projected capital cost of proposed renewable energy system nne nfthe kev nhiertivec nfthi.c .etHidv i.c to rnrry nut a nraliminary rnct annFlmic fnr the nlnnt The most significant element of the plant cost will be the civil engineering work. Therefore, the project team intends to engage a civil engineering contractor (with appropriate marine experience) to AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 14 of 18 10/7/2009 ,WILDALASKA Renewable Energy Fund ® ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application Round 3 carry out an analysis of the cost offabricating, transporting and installing the plant in the selected sites. This task will require a significant amount of local knowledge of weather and sea conditions, fabrication facilities, available vessels etc. 4.4.2 Project Operating and Maintenance Costs Include anticipated O&M costs for new facilities constructed and how these would be funded by the applicant. (Note: Operational costs are not eligible for grant funds however grantees are required to meet ongoing reporting requirements for the purpose of reporting impacts of projects on the communities they serve.) As this is a study, O&M costs are not applicable. However, once developed, O&M costs for a wave power plant are considerably less than a liquid f teled power plant as the plant will have no requirement for fuel. 4.4.3 Power Purchase/Sale The power purchase/sale information should include the following: • Identification of potential power buyer(s)/customer(s) 'Potential power purchase/sales price - at a minimum indicate a price range • Proposed rate of return from grant -funded project As this is a study, it is not possible to speak specifically to a power purchase agreement. Once the study is complete, the team expects to work directly with the local utility to identify an appropriate structure for the delivery ofpower. 4.4.4 Project Cost Worksheet Complete the cost worksheet form which provides summary information that will be considered in evaluating the project. Download the form, complete it, and submit it as an attachment. Document any conditions or sources your numbers are based on here. SECTION 5— PROJECT BENEFIT Explain the economic and public benefits of your project. Include direct cost savings, and how the people of Alaska will benefit from the project. The benefits information should include the following: • Potential annual fuel displacement (gal and $) over the lifetime of the evaluated renewable energy project • Anticipated annual revenue (based on i.e. a Proposed Power Purchase Agreement price, RCA tariff, or cost based rate) Potential additional annual incentives (i.e. tax credits) • Potential additional annual revenue streams (i.e. green tag sales or other renewable energy subsidies or programs that might be available) Discuss the non -economic public benefits to Alaskans over the lifetime of the project Potential annual fuel displacement (gal and $) over the lifetime of the evaluated renewable energy project The potential annual fuel displacement for this project can only be accurately calculated when the site AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 15 of 18 10/7/2009 ALASM Renewable Energy Fund /molp ® ENERGY AUTHORITY Grant Application Round 3 location and plant design are fully defined. However, for a wave resource of 24kW/m we would anticipate an average power production of 3-4GWh/year per MW installed capacity. One of the objectives of this study will be to analyse the power that can be generated at the sites selected. This will be done by taking the results of the wave resource assessment described in section 4.1 and using it to carry out wave tank testing as described below: Modeling of Oscillating Water Column Wave tank testing will model the various caisson type oscillating water column (" OWC') suitable for the local wave climate. The primary tests will identify the maximum internal and external loads on the structure, single cell power capture, effects of air compressibility, maximum internal water level. Secondary tests will identify effects on performance from wave directionality, local bathymen y tidal cycle and identify optimum damping for the turbine specification. Anticipated annual revenue (based on i.e. a Proposed Power Purchase Agreement price, RCA tariff, or cost based rate) As this is a study, it is notpossible to speak specifically to project economics. Potential additional annual incentives (i.e. tax credits) As this project progresses, the team intends to discuss potential incentives such as tax credits and green tags with the Alaska delegation. Potential additional annual revenue streams (i.e. green tag sales or other renewable energy subsidies or programs that might be available) As this is a study, it is not possible to speak specifically to additional revenue streams. Discuss the non -economic public benefits to Alaskans over the lifetime of the project The non -economic benefits of a wave power project are similar to other renewable energy technologies, and include enhanced environmental attributes such as emissions reductions, reduction of liquid fuel and reliance on local resources. iECTION 6- SUSTAINABILITY Ascuss your plan for operating the completed project so that it will be sustainable. nclude at a minimum: • Proposed business structure(s) and concepts that may be considered. • How you propose to finance the maintenance and operations for the life of the project • Identification of operational issues that could arise. • A description of operational costsincluding' on -going support for any back-up or existing systems that may be require to continue operation • Commitment to reporting the savings and benefits SECTION 7— READINESS & COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER GRANTS Discuss what you have done to prepare for this award and how quickly you intend to proceed with work once your grant is approved. Tell us what you may have already accomplished on the project to date and identify other grants thatmayhave been previously awarded for this project and the degree you have been able to meet the requirements of previous grants. AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 16 of 18 10/7/2009 /®ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund Grant Application Round 3 SECTION 8- LOCAL SUPPORT Discuss what local support or possible opposition there may be regarding your project. Include letters of support from the community that would benefit from this project. As this is a renewable energy project with few if any negative environmental impacts, local support at the three sites is likely to be positive. Further, TDXPower's wholly owned subsidiary Sand Point Generating LLC, has evaluated this technology and has offered to serve as a preliminary test site should the study determine the wave resource in this area is sufficient to support development. SECTION 9 - GRANT BUDGET Tell us how much you want in grant funds Include any investments to date and funding sources, how much is being requested in grant funds, and additional investments you will make as an applicant an estimate of budget costs by milestones using the form— GrantBudget3. doc AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 17 of 18 10/7/2009 �®ALAUTHORITY SKA Renewable Energy Fund Grant Application Round 3 SECTION 9 — ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTATION AND CERTIFICATION SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS WITH YOUR APPLICATION: A. Resumes of Applicant's Project Manager, key staff, partners, consultants, and suppliers per application form Section 3.1 and 3.4. B. Cost Worksheet per application form Section 4.4.4. C. Grant Budget Form per application form Section 9. D. Letters demonstrating local support per application form Section 8. E. An electronic version of the entire application on CD per RFA Section 1.6. F. Governing Body Resolution or other formal action taken by the applicant's governing body or management per RFA Section 1.4 that: - Commits the organization to provide the matching resources for project at the match amounts indicated in the application. - Authorizes the individual who signs the application has the authority to commit the organization to the obligations under the grant. - Provides as point of contact to represent the applicant for purposes of this application. - Certifies the applicant is in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local, laws including existing credit and federal tax obligations. F. CERTIFICATION The undersigned certifies that this application for a renewable energy grant is truthful and correct, and that the applicant is in compliance with, and will continue to comply with, all federal and state laws including existing credit and federal tax obligations. Print Name Nicholas Goodman Signature aX Title CEO Date 10 November 2009 AEA10-015 Grant Application Page 18 of 18 10/7/2009 LL \ m x � e ` � ƒ _ _ mI- r ,_ I- \ \p 3 )y $ ƒ / )p ) \ - _ [ ! § ) \ ! ) o m f7 t \ \ \ / - ® Q ! 2 « \ ! fi { ) \ ) ) \ \ \ \ \ \ / \ ) q n 0 u c 0 c @ v c LL LL a a1 C W a) B @ 3 c c m w 0 U 2 0 <Oo c 00 M O o n (.J � N � fA fR C @ m C E N a LL C d) N 0 Q N @ a) a) U C @ fR N C C U a) Of a) fN O @ O -C O Q O U) U es N �O i Q U @ a) i O w N N t Vl Y O 3 a� m `m n ai @w a) a) - c =3 u U @ C N 0) 0 Q t _ N N @ -� C C FQ- CO 'O O J O F- M r n -0 o QQ /1111:)) ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund Round 3 MILDENERGY AUTHORITY project Cost/Benefit Worksheet Please note that some fields might not be applicable for all technologies or all project phases. The level of information detail varies according to phase requirements. 1. Renewable Energy Source The Applicant should demonstrate that the renewable energy resource is available on a sustainable basis. Annual average resource availability. The Gulf of Alaska is widely recognized as one of the largest wave resource regions on the planet Unit depends on project type (e.g. windspeed, hydropower output, biomasss fuel) 2. Existing Energy Generation and Usage NIA a) Basic configuration (if system is part of the Railbelt' grid, leave this section blank) i. Number of generators/boilers/other ii. Rated capacity of generators/boilers/other iii. Generator/boilers/other type iv. Age of generators/boilers/other v. Efficiency of generators/boilers/other b) Annual O&M cost (if system is part of the Railbelt grid, leave this section blank) i. Annual O&M cost for labor ii. Annual O&M cost for non -labor c) Annual electricity production and fuel usage (fill in as applicable) (if system is part of the Railbelt grid, leave this section blank) is Electricity [kWh] ii. Fuel usage Diesel [gal] Other d) iii. Peak Load iv. Average Load v. Minimum Load vi. Efficiency vii. Future trends Annual heating fuel usage (fill in as applicable) i. Diesel [gal or MMBtu] ii. Electricity [kWh] iii. Propane [gal or MMBtu] iv. Coal [tons or MMBtu] v. Wood [cords, green tons, dry tons] vi. Other 1 The Railbelt grid connects all customers of Chugach Electric Association, Homer Electric Association, Golden Valley Electric Association, the City of Seward Electric Department, Matanuska Electric Association and Anchorage Municipal Light and Power. RFA AEA10-015 Application Cost Worksheet Page 1 10-7-09 /S ALASKA Renewable Energy Fund Round 3 ENERGYAUTHORITY Project Cost/Benefit Worksheet 3. Proposed System Design Capacity and Fuel Usage NIA (Include any projections for continued use of non-renewable fuels) a) Proposed renewable capacity (Wind, Hydro, Biomass, other) [kWh or MMBtulhr] b) Proposed Annual electricity or heat production (fill in as applicable) i. Electricity [kWh] ii. Heat [MMBtu] c) Proposed Annual fuel Usage (fill in as applicable) is Propane [gal or MMBtu] ii. Coal [tons or MMBtu] iii. Wood [cords, green tons, dry tons] iv. Other 4. Project Cost NIA a) Total capital cost of new system b) Development cost c) Annual O&M cost of new system d) Annual fuel cost 5. Project Benefits NIA a) Amount of fuel displaced for . Electricity ii. Heat iii. Transportation b) Price of displaced fuel c) Other economic benefits d) Amount of Alaska public benefits 6. Power Purchase/Sales Price NIA a) Price for power purchase/sale 7. Project Analysis NIA a) Basic Economic Analysis Project benefit/cost ratio Payback RFA AEA10-015 Application Cost Worksheet Page 2 10-7-09 T[K owe + Anchorage, AK Saint Paul, AK Philadelphia, PA + 10 November 2009 To Whom it May Concern: TDX Power has signed a memorandum of understanding with Voith Hydro Wavegen, and fully supports the proposed application to the Alaska Energy Authority requesting grant funds to support a preliminary wave power evaluation study. Sincerely, TDX POWER, INCORPORATED Nicholas Goodman, CEO 10 November 2009 The Alaska Energy Authority 813 West Northern Lights Blvd. Anchorage, AK 99503 RE: Renewable Energy Fund To whom it may concern: As CEO of TDX Power, I authorize the application for project funding for the Wave Power Conceptual Design and the match amounts indicated in the application; and 1 will serve as the authorized individual named as point of contact to represent the applicant for purposes of this application; and TDX Power is in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws including existing credit and federal tax obligations. Sincerely, Nicholas Goodman TDX Power, Inc. 4300 B Street Anchorage, Alaska 99503 907-762-8450 Fax 907-278-2332 VO 1 T H Voith Hydro Voith Hydro NaVo9en Limited, Ila Hathwt Road, Invemess IVI 15Y, Umited xi'don Voith Hydro Ravegen Limited 13. Harbear Rwd InveIDea6 IVI lsY. United Kin9dan Phone 144 (0) 1463 238 094 Fax +44 (0) 1463 238 096 c.w.xavegensw A Voith and Siemens Company TDX Power Your Reference 4300 B Street, Yams Heesage Suite #402, not Reference Anchorage, phone AK 99503 Fax note 29 October 2009 .-.oil Dear Sirs Non Binding Memorandum of Understanding Further to our recent discussions we believe it would be appropriate to confirm our understanding of the proposed actions in connection with possible projects in Alaska. We therefore confirm as follows: 1. Voith Hydro Wavegen and TDX Power have agreed to collaborate in order to investigate the possibility of developing wave energy projects in Alaska utilising Voith Hydro Wavegen's technology. 2. Voith Hydro Wavegen and TDX Power will review and update previous site assessment work in order to identify a shortlist of high potential sites. 3. Subject to securing grant funding from the Alaska Energy Authority, Voith Hydro Wavegen and TDX Power will undertake site assessments and technical and economic feasibility studies for agreed shortlisted projects. 4. TDX Power will be responsible for securing the grant funding for the study. 5. Voith Hydro Wavegen will provide to TDX Power details of its costs relating to the study in order that grant assistance can be obtained for Voith Hydro Wavegen, 6. The results and the use of the study, by Voith Hydro Wavegen or TDX Power at any time, will be subject of the agreement of both parties. 7. Any grant application will be submitted in the name " Wave Energy Alaska, LLC ". 8. On award of a grant by the Alaska Energy Authority Voith Hydro Wavegen and TDX Power will negotiate in good faith a collaboration agreement to cover the grant Registered office: Lediegham Chalmers xintaiI ..a Heechvood Heeinesa Park Inverness xVa lsw scatlana Registered i Scotland do n124610 VAT Re9.Ro: 596 8323 92 with Hydro with Hydro 'Kavecen W ,.tea. as iarb— 9—d .el_Cea funded work, the distribution of the grant and relationship of the parties going forward. 9. Voith Hydro Wavegen and TDX Power shall enter into a Confidentiality agreement before commencing the study. (Draft NDA attached). If you are in agreement with the above I would be grateful if you could please sign below and return a copy of the letter to me. Yours sincerely Matthew Seed Chief Executive Officer We hereby confirm our agreement to the points set out in this letter. For and on behalf of �T/DX Power , Signed: Date } t` �o.— og ................................. Name................................. CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT between VOITH HYDRO WAVEGEN LIMITED a company registered under the Companies Acts in Scotland (No. SC124670) and having its registered office at Ledingham Chalmers, Kintail House, Beechwood Business Park, Inverness IV2 36W, Scotland ("Wavegen") and TDX Power a company registered in Alaska and having its principal place of business at 4300 B Street, Suite 402, Anchorage, Alaska 99503, USA ("The Recipient') WHEREAS: (A) Wavegen is willing to disclose Information, as defined below, to The Recipient upon the terms and conditions of this Agreement and The Recipient has agreed to be bound by the terms of this Agreement. (B) The Recipient is willing to disclose Information, as defined below, to Wavegen upon the terms and conditions of this Agreement and Wavegen has agreed to be bound by the terms of this Agreement. IT IS HEREBY AGREED AS FOLLOWS: 1 DEFINITIONS 1.1 In this Agreement, unless the context otherwise requires, the following words and expressions shall have the following meanings: - "Affiliate" " The Recipient Information" C_\Users\nfekgoodmati,Deskioi+ rDx Pincer SDA-U91019 din means any company which is a subsidiary or a holding company of a party or a subsidiary of any such holding company; means any and all information and know-how, that The Recipient may from time to time disclose to Wavegen or its Affiliates, whether orally, in writing, in the form of machine readable code or embodied in hardware or any other physical medium which relates to The Recipient, its business activities or products, including but not limited to data, know-how, financial information, financial records, financial projections, reports, business plans, designs, drawings, spreadsheets, specifications, memoranda, notes or computer software, films and documents (including copies extracts and summaries thereof and all other material containing or based in obl V09 Page I of 8 whole or in part on such information whichever party may have prepared them); "Information" means Wavegen Information or The Recipient Information as appropriate; "Permitted Purpose" means the purpose of enabling Wavegen and the Recipient to investigate the opportunities for wave energy projects in Alaska utilising Wavegen technology ; "Wavegen Information" means any and all information and know-how that Wavegen may from time to time disclose to The Recipient, whether orally, in writing, in the form of machine readable code or embodied in hardware or any other physical medium which relates to Wavegen, its business activities or its products, including but not limited to data, know-how, financial information, financial records, financial projections, reports, business plans, designs, drawings, spreadsheets, specifications, memoranda, notes or computer software, films and documents (including copies extracts and summaries thereof and all other material containing or based in whole or in parton such information whichever party may have prepared them); "holding company" and "subsidiary" have the meanings ascribed thereto by Section 1159 of the Companies Act 2006; "recognised investment exchange" has the meaning ascribed thereto by Section 285 of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000. 1.2 The headings to clauses are inserted for convenience only and shall not affect the interpretation or construction of this Agreement. 2 Undertakings 2.1 In consideration of the disclosure of Wavegen's Information to The Recipient or its Affiliates, The Recipient undertakes that it will:- C'\UseWnickeoodma l)esklojTDX Po\ er.VDA-091029 dm Page 2 of 8 03+11'(19 2.1.1 not at anytime without Wavegen's prior written consent disclose or reveal, and procure that its Affiliates shall not disclose or reveal, Wavegen Information to any person or third party whatsoever and shall use all reasonable endeavours to prevent such disclosure; 2.1.2 divulge Wavegen Information only to those of its Affiliates and to those of their respective directors, officers or employees who require to know of it for the performance of their duties and procure that such Affiliates, directors, officers or employees observe the terms of this Agreement; 2.1.3 if so required by Wavegen, procure that any such Affiliates, directors, officers or employees to whom Wavegen Information is divulged enter into a confidentiality undertaking on similar terms to this Agreement; 2A A use, and procure that its Affiliates and their respective directors, officers or employees use, Wavegen Information solely for the Permitted Purpose; 2.1.5 not at any time without the prior written consent of Wavegen take, make or retain, or permit the taking, making or retention of, any copies, reproductions or facsimiles of any Wavegen Information in any form of media or material except as may reasonably be necessary for the Permitted Purpose; and shall clearly mark any copies as confidential and ensure that they can be separately identified from its own or its Affiliates' information (and provide to Wavegen a list of such copies on request); 2.1.6 cease, and procure that its Affiliates cease, to use and return Wavegen Information to Wavegen if so requested by Wavegen within seven days from the date of such request; and 2.1.7 in the event that The Recipient becomes aware of or suspects that an unauthorised person has become aware of Wavegen Information, it shall inform Wavegen immediately. 2.2 In consideration of the disclosure of The Recipient Information to Wavegen or its Affiliates, Wavegen undertakes that it will:- 2.2.1 not at any time without The Recipient's prior written consent disclose or reveal, and procure that its Affiliates shall not disclose or reveal,The Recipient Information to any person or third party whatsoever and shall use all reasonable endeavours to prevent such disclosure; 2.2.2 divulge The Recipient Information only to those of its those of its Affiliates and to those of their respective directors, officers or employees who require to know of it for the performance of their duties and procure that such Affiliates, directors, officers or employees observe the terms of this Agreement; C 1OscMnick. eoodmmMeskrull:TDS Pmeer \DA - 09101_9 ds Page 3 of 8 021 109 2.2.3 if so required by The Recipient, procure that such Affiliates, directors, officers or employees to whom The Recipient Information has been divulged enter into a confidentiality undertaking on similar terms to this Agreement; 2.2.4 use,and procure that its Affiliates and their respective directors, officers or employees use, The Recipient Information solely for the Permitted Purpose; 2.2.5 not at any time without the prior written consent of The Recipient take, make or retain, or permit the taking, making or retention of, any copies, reproductions or facsimiles of any The Recipient Information in any form of media or material except as may reasonably be necessary for the Permitted Purpose; and shall clearly mark any copies as confidential and ensure that they can be separately identified from its own or its Affiliates' information (and provide to The Recipient a list of such copies on request); 2.2.6 cease, and procure that its Affiliates cease, to use and return The Recipient Information to The Recipient if so requested by The Recipient within seven days from the date of such request; and 2.2.7 in the event that Wavegen becomes aware of or suspects that an unauthorised person has become aware of The Recipient Information, it shall inform The Recipient immediately. Further Acknowledgements and Undertakings Each party acknowledges that: - 3.1 its obligations under this Agreement shall be continuing, and in particular, the obligations shall survive the completion or termination of any discussions or negotiations or evaluations between or by the parties regarding the subject matter of this Agreement; 3.2 no failure or delay by the other party in exercising any right, power or privilege hereunder shall operate as a waiver thereof nor shall any single or partial exercise thereof preclude any further exercise; 3.3 all copyright and any other intellectual property rights in the Information vest in the party providing the Information and that it shall have no rights in respect of the copyright or other intellectual property rights in the Information provided to it by virtue of a disclosure thereof to it; 3.4 it shall keep the Permitted Purpose and the existence of this Agreement, any evaluations, discussions and negotiations with the other confidential, and shall not make any public announcement in relation to, or public comment on, the Permitted Purpose, this Agreement, such evaluations, discussions and negotiations without the others prior written consent. This undertaking shall not prevent either party from revealing the existence of any evaluations, discussions and negotiations on a confidential basis to C\Users4nicA goodtnmADesktop TDx Poker KDA- 091022d¢ Page 4 of 8 02'1 D09 such of its Affiliates, directors, officers or employees, professional advisers and bankers to whom such disclosure is reasonably required; provided that such advisers and bankers are bound by an undertaking of confidentiality which is no less onerous than this Agreement and that such Affiliates, directors, officers or employees observe the terms of this Agreement and if requested by the disclosing party enter into a confidentiality agreement in the same terms as this Agreement; 3.5 no warranty is given or may be implied as to the accuracy or completeness of any Information and in no circumstances will the party disclosing the Information be liable for any loss or damages arising out of the use of or the inability to use any Information. Breach of Confidence If a breach of any provision of this Agreement occurs or if either party has reasonable grounds for believing that such a breach has occurred or will occur, then without prejudice to any other remedy available to either party the disclosing party may require the immediate return of all Information disclosed by it from and the cessation of use by the receiving party. 5 Indemnity Each party will indemnify the other party against all actions, costs, losses, claims and expenses of whatsoever kind or nature arising from any breach or non-performance of any of its representations, undertakings or obligations as contained in this Agreement. 6 Duration This Agreement shall come into force on the last date of execution and remain in force for a period of five (5) years thereafter. 7 No Offer Each party agrees that the supply of Information to it does not constitute an offer by the other party and does not form the basis of any contract. 8 Exclusions The undertakings in this Agreement shall not apply to any Information which: - 8.1 at the time of its disclosure was already in the public domain; 8.2 after such disclosure comes into the public domain otherwise than by breach of this Agreement by the receiving party; C %Userur ickgoodmamDesk1cpI DX Pincer NDA - 091 o29.dw 112.'I I In9 Page 5 of 9 8.3 the receiving party can prove by documentary evidence was lawfully in the possession of the receiving party prior to such disclosure; 8.4 the receiving party can prove by documentary evidence has been independently developed by personnel of the receiving party who did not have access to or knowledge of the contents of the disclosing party's Information; 8.5 is rightfully received by the receiving party from a third party without restriction on disclosure or use; or 8.6 is required to be disclosed by law or by the rules of any recognised investment exchange or by any relevant government or regulatory authority, where possible subject to giving three business days' prior written notice of such disclosure to, and consulting with, the disclosing party and challenging the validity of such requirements if requested by, and at the cost of, the disclosing party. 9 Amendments No amendment to or variation of this Agreement shall be effective unless in writing and signed on behalf of each party. 10 Waiver The failure by either party to exercise or enforce any right conferred upon it by this Agreement shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any such right or operate so as to bar the exercise or enforcement of such right at any time or times thereafter. 11 Assignation Wavegen shall be entitled to assign or transfer this Agreement to an Affiliate but not otherwise; and The Recipient shall be entitled to assign or transfer this Agreement to an Affiliate but not otherwise. 12 No Offer This Agreement does not constitute an offer or obligation on either party to enter into an agreement concerning the Permitted Purpose nor is any licence granted directly or indirectly in respect of any intellectual property rights which are now or in the future may be held, made, obtained or capable of being licensed by ether party. 13 Notices Notice under this Agreement shall be given by delivery by hand, by fax or by recorded delivery mail, posted prepaid and addressed as follows: - C\Usma nickxuodmmllncsktop TDx Toner NDA - 091019.dR Page 6 of 8 01:I 1!09 In the case of Wavegen: Voith Hydro Wavegen Limited 13A Harbour Road InvernesslV1 1SY For the attention of: The Chief Financial Officer In the case of The Recipient: TDX Power, Inc. 4300 B Street, #402 Anchorage, AK 9950 Attention: Chief executive officer If a party changes its address for notification purposes, then it shall give the other party prior written notice of the new address and the date on which it shall become effective, Notices served by fax shall be deemed to be delivered on the day of transmission. Notices served by mail shall be deemed to be delivered 48 hours after the date of posting. 14 Entire Agreement This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties in relation to its subject matter and supersedes all previous agreements and arrangements between the parties in relation to its subject matter. There are no oral or written representations, understandings or agreements between the parties which are not fully expressed in this Agreement. C9UserslnicLgouJmmi\Drsktup TDX Pm,a NDA - 091029. d¢ Page 7 of 8 0g1p09 15 Governing Law This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with Scots law and each party hereby irrevocably submits to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the Scottish courts. IN WITNESS WHEREOF these presents consisting of this and the seven preceding pages are executed as follows: Signed for and on behalf of VOITH HYDRO WAVEGEN LIMITED by on before this witness Witness........................................................ (signature) Name............................................................. Address......................................................... Signed for and on behalf of THE RECIPIENT by on before this witness: Witness........................................................ (signature) Name............................................................ Address......................................................... C:\Cscrs\nic4:gaodmanU)eskmp'-TDX pm er NDA-091029.dm Page 8 of 8 N �� .�...... C OLI% � M3 CEO 02:11 09 II01A Nick Goodman — Project Manager Mr. Goodman has over 10 years experience in the electric power industry, with special emphasis on renewable energy development. As CEO of TDX Power, Mr. Goodman has been instrumental in developing several projects which successfully bring alternative energy solutions to rural Alaskan communities, decreasing their dependency on diesel based power and increasing their savings through the use of wind diesel, hydroelectric and wind power plants. He excels in putting together top project management teams to implement the latest in distributed energy technologies and successfully implementing those projects in remote, harsh environments. At Tin City Long Range Radar Station, Mr. Goodman assisted the US Air Force in developing a conceptual design for the first UASF high penetration wind diesel power generation facility. He led the successful competitive bidding effort for EPC contract to develop and operate this critical, must run hybrid renewable plant, and worked successfully with USAF to develop repetitive design for multiple follow on wind diesel projects. He has also been instrumental in developing Alaska's largest hydro -electrical power project, as well as Alaska's largest wind power project. Clint (Jito) Coleman — Director of Engineering, Renewable Energy Clint Qito) Coleman joined TDX Power in 2009 and has been active in the distributed energy business for over 35 years. Sole owner or co -inventor on five US Patents in wind turbines, Mr. Coleman has diverse experience in all phases of renewable energy systems design, development and deployment across a variety of environments, including remote installations in the harsh Alaskan arctic and Antarctica. Mr. Coleman is currently engaged in product and project development as well as innovative renewable system applications incorporating the latest SmartGrid and MicroGrid concepts. As Chief Engineer and then President of Northern Power Systems from 1980-2005, Mr. Coleman was instrumental in establishing the company's reputation as a world leader in the remote power arena, as well as one of the leading companies supplying the distributed generation marketplace. At Northern Power, Mr. Coleman was also instrumental in -the controls and integration of Alaska's first high penetration wind diesel project with TDX on St. Paul island. Mr. Coleman has been intimately involved in the development, design, implementation and operations of numerous renewable and hybrid electrical power systems for all branches of the military. He is currently leading the engineering efforts at Tin City, Alaska and leading the design and deployment for two remote ACMIs power systems in Alaska and other ACMI and TACTS sites in the US. Northern Power Systems, under Mr. Coleman s direction, has been the sole source to the Air Force for numerous sites in Antarctica including the Nuclear Test Ban Monitoring sites in the Dry Valleys and a plus runway lighting, microwave power systems and the Black Island satellite communication hub. He also led Northern in the development of advanced wind diesel systems at numerous sites around the world and coordinated with research and product development activities supported by National Renewable Energy Lab and Department Of Energy. Martina Dabo — Design Manager (Electrical), Project Manager Ms. Dabo has a Master of Science degree with Distinction in Renewable Energy Technologies from the University of Ulster, UK. She has been a Project Manager for over ten years, and served as the Wind Program Manager for the State of Alaska for two years. Ms. Dabo has been instrumental in developing a comprehensive wind diesel/hybrid power program for the State of Alaska, partnering with the U.S. Department of Energy, the National Renewable Energy Lab, the University of Alaska and utility companies to design wind diesel farms, write policies to control the RFP process for bidding on alternative energy projects, and training engineers across the country on designing and maintaining wind diesel power plants. She presented and published numerous papers on wind - diesel hybrid systems nationally and abroad and developed a wind -diesel system study for the entire state of Alaska to determine feasibility and viability of wind -diesel projects throughout rural Alaska. Currently Ms. Dabo manages multiple projects for TDX Power with budgets up to $4M, and routinely consults with senior management on bidding new projects for the company. She has also established a new division within TDX Power known as the Village Power Group. From conception to design, Ms. Dabo has spearheaded this division, streamlining roles and responsibi ities of utilities across the state. This will not only allow TDX Power to operate more efficiently and cost-effectively, but will also enable TDX Power to position itself as a world leader in wind diesel energy programs, ultimately expanding their reach well beyond Alaska's borders into hybrid energy programs throughout the world over the coming decades. Ms. Dabo is a successful project manager, technical consultant and powerful ally in the wind diesel industry because of her unique blend of technical expertise and senior level management skills which allow her to manage all aspects of a project's lifecycle, from conception to completion.