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Home My WebLink About1.A WCE - Company Intro and Bios 10 01 08Information Technology Solutions WCE works with counties and municipalities to de- velop local resources and offset energy costs. One example of this includes a 50 kW Entegrity turbine for Cascade County, in Great Falls, MT to offset the County’s energy use through net metering. Another example is a county-wide wind resource assessment project involving GIS Mapping, wind data analysis, and more than 10 anemometers for Clark County in Eastern Idaho. WCE is developing Wind for Schools programs in Montana, Idaho, and Oregon. In conjunction with the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL), we work with grades K-12 to install small turbines, provide NREL curriculum and training to science teachers, and involve college engineering departments for con- tinuing operations and maintenance training. WCE is also in the design and permitting stages of an 800 kW project comprised of sixteen 50 kW Entegrity Turbines in Echo, Oregon. Installation of this jointly owned, revenue producing project is scheduled for this fall. WCE is currently installing eighteen 50 kW Entegrity turbines in Nome, Alaska. This will be Alaska’s larg- est wind farm. Many people in Alaska are paying over $.40 per kWh for Diesel generated power. WCE will be able to install and support village projects from the Nome base operations facility. Generating wind en- ergy for these communities is financially and environ- mentally imperative. WCE is working with individuals and groups of land- owners to develop several multiple MW projects throughout Oregon, Idaho, and Montana. The Oregon projects alone total between 125 - 215 MW of in- stalled energy generation depending on final site characteristics. Projects using these larger 660kW - 2MW turbines require extensive data analysis, project development work, and have long delivery lead times. They typi- cally take 2 -5 years to come to fruition. COMPLETE WCE is structured to provide complete turn key development services from initial go-ahead to commissioning. We will be di- rectly responsible for all assess- ment, planning, financing, engi- neering and design, permitting procurement, contracting, and construction oversight. Addition- ally, we offer contract administra- tion, O&M, and remote monitor- ing services. LOCAL WCE has a distinct belief in the value of locally owned wind pro- jects and our goal is to maximize the value to you and the local community. WIND Wind energy is our passion. It offers benefits to people, the land, the environment, and rural economies through cost effec- tiveness and a natural sensibility that no other modern energy resource can match. The WCE Team has been in the power business for over two decades, and we’ve made the conscious choice to focus our efforts on making wind work for you and your community. Company Introduction Western Community Energy, LLC is a growing company developing community scale renewable en- ergy projects for private landowners, cities, counties, schools, municipal/public utility districts, tribes, and small businesses. WCE is focused on wind projects ranging from 50 kW to as large as 60MW with an emphasis on the business structures that maximize local ownership and significant economic value. WCE also works with landowners on 60+ MW projects through pre-development and lease negotiation services. WCE focuses a large majority of efforts within rural America because we strongly believe that small, locally-owned renewable energy projects have the ability to improve, maintain, and enable the rural way of life. WCE is implementing creative solutions for project development that are innovative and create long term value for locally owned renewable energy projects. Western Community Energy is a firm that has a wealth of experience, knowledge and expertise at all points within the energy value chain. We know how energy projects are assessed, designed, permit- ted, constructed, and operated. We understand the complex regulations associated with selling and moving energy. WCE has the industry experience to handle any situation that may arise during the course of a project. Projects Recently Completed or Underway MICHAEL COSTANTI holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial and Management En- gineering with a Minor in Business Administration. His experience includes: program manage- ment, electric industry regulation, strategic energy planning, project finance, national/state/local energy policy, emission offsets, renewable energy credits, contract negotiation, economic develop- ment impacts, proposal review, and litigation support. Mr. Costanti’s expertise includes interpreting and analyzing state and federal utility regulation, developing strategic energy plans for county and tribal governments, directing subcontractors through effective solicitation processes (RFQ, RFP, contract development, invoicing), and managing multiple active contracts. BRIAN JACKSON is a Professional Engineer with a Master’s degree in business administra- tion. He combines 17 years of engineering experience in consulting, electrical generation, and pro- ject management to help create projects that are unique and exciting. Mr. Jackson is skilled at building relationships and is a key player to Western Community Energy’s success. He has worked extensively on utility scale energy projects and is experienced in construction, interconnec- tion and power purchase agreement negotiations. Mr. Jackson offers a Master’s Degree in Busi- ness Administration and a Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering. CUSTOMERS Ranchers Farmers Landowners Schools Cities, Towns, and Villages Counties and Port Districts Colleges and Universities Tribes and Native Corporations Public and Municipal Utility Dis- tricts Investor-Owned Utilities Wind Developers SERVICES Wind Resource Assessment Transmission Agreements Power Sales Agreements Land Lease Agreements Financing (debt, equity, bonds, and grants) Engineering and Design Equipment Procurement Permitting (federal, state, local) Regulatory Analysis Construction Management O&M, Contract Administration IAN GRAHAM has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Industrial Engineering from Montana State University and is a Certified Engineer in Training. Mr. Graham provides technical support to Wind Farms, plans/implements electrical/mechanical designs, and manages day to day opera- tions of projects. He has served an integral role as project manager for Western Community En- ergy’s 18 turbine project in Nome, Alaska. SEAN MICKEN has a Bachelor degree in Resource Conservation from the University of Mon- tana, and is a graduate of Solar Energy International. He has worked periodically in environ- mental education, and now enjoys his position as Coordinator of the Department of Energy’s Wind for Schools program in Montana and Oregon. With over 4 years of experience in renewable energy design and installation, Mr. Micken directs permitting activities for Western Community Energy, and also assists with sales and consulting activities. JULIE FRANK is a Sales and Operations Manager with customer-focused sales, management and marketing skills from the retail, and recycling industries. She is experienced in promoting products and ideas, building and maintaining rapport with clients, and creating and managing highly successful sales teams. Ms. Frank has a Bachelor degree in Business Management from Simmons College, Boston, MA. She has coached sales-based businesses in the areas of sales, management, and operations. Most recently she co-founded a pump and turbine technology com- pany. MICHELLE BETZ is a Business Manager with a background in accounting. She offers experi- ence in creating and implementing internal controls, managing business related activities and guiding accounting functions according to GAAP. Ms. Betz has a Bachelor degree in Business Management and a minor in Accounting from the University of Washington. CHRISTINE LUOPA is a Geographical Informational Studies (GIS) Technician. Ms. Luopa offers a Bachelor of Science in Geology and a Minor in Geography. She has worked in the field of GIS Coordinator since 2002 and offers a wide range of geographical experience. SHONI WHITESIDE is an Office Manager with a background in sales and marketing, event coordination, and administrative support. She brings the team experience in managing internal communications and coordinating office activities and systems. Ms. Whiteside has Bachelor de- grees in Spanish and Liberal Studies from Montana State University. She offers a diverse back- ground, motivated personality, work ethic, team dedication and proven excellence in relationship building and maintenance. Company Biographical Notes 121 NW Kearney Bend, OR 97701 Fax 866.903.9951 www.westerncommunityenergy.com