Vertical wind turbines to be assembled here

POCATELLO — Residential and agricultural scale vertical wind turbines will soon arrive in Pocatello for assembly and installation.

River’s Edge Energy, Inc, a newly-formed company by Pocatello-based Portneuf Electric, Inc., is entering the alternative energy industry market, according to a press release Friday.

“We’re very excited about the future and the unlimited possibilities of this adventure. We appreciate the help from the city, state, and Bannock Development Corporation for resources, leads, facility expansion and the Bank of Commerce for financing,” said president Terri Harris. “We look forward to partnering with other energy companies in the area and in growing this new company to help create jobs and establish Pocatello as an alternative energy industry hub.

”Portneuf Electric, Inc., will handle installation and maintenance, while River’s Edge Energy, Inc. covers sales and oversight. Final assembly, storage and testing will be done locally at their newly-expanded facility at the Pocatello airport.Vertical wind turbines generate twice as much power with 50 percent less wind as standard turbines. River’s Edge Energy, Inc. has contracted with All Bright International to sell and install wind turbines in all 50 states.

 In 90 percent of the applications, the payback for the initial investment is very quick — about two to five years, with unused power net metered and purchased back by the local utility company.The local company plans to offer a turnkey system in residential, agriculture and small scale wind farms.River’s Edge will provide all necessary resources and provide information on federal and state tax credits, and access to stimulus funds set aside for the wind industry.

By Idaho State Journal Staff