First Wind is an independent wind energy company focused exclusively on the development, ownership and operation of wind energy projects in North America. As proposed, Stetson Wind will employ proven technology that will produce clean, reliable energy for Maine and New England. First Wind developed and operates New England’s first utility-scale wind farm, the highly successful Mars Hill Wind project.

Stetson Wind I:
The 38 turbines of Stetson Wind I are located on Stetson Mountain, and will produce (at maximum output) over 167 million kWh annually of electricity—enough to power about 23,500 homes per year.

Stetson Wind II:
Stetson Wind II, the planned extension of Stetson Wind I, will consist of 17 wind turbines sited on Jimmey and Owl Mountains, with the capacity to produce 25.5 megawatts (MW) of power. 11 turbines are proposed for Jimmey Mountain, and six on Owl Mountain.

Connection:
The two wind turbine arrays will be connected through an overhead electric line connection.

Technology:
The GE 1.5 MW turbines proposed for the Stetson Wind project are the most installed brand of turbines in the industry, and are currently being used by First Wind at the Mars Hill wind farm in Aroostook County, Maine. Over 12,000 units are in operation worldwide.

Turbine size:
The tower is 262 feet tall and blade diameter is 253 feet. The turbine at maximum height is 389 feet tall.