Press Release
Tanner Creek Energy Announces Oregon's Largest Wine Industry Solar Energy System - 94.5 Kilowatt System at Domaine Drouhin Oregon
Portland, OR (November 24, 2008) – Tanner Creek Energy announced today the completion of a 94.5 kilowatt (kW) solar energy system at Domaine Drouhin Oregon, the famed winery in Oregon's Dundee Hills (Willamette Valley). The 94.5kW ground-mounted system is currently the Oregon wine industry's largest solar panel system.
Tanner Creek Energy, the most experienced supplier of solar energy systems to the Oregon wine industry, designed and installed the system, which consists of over 500 state-of-the-art Photovoltaic (PV) panels. Despite its size, the Southwest-facing system integrates well into the estate's vineyard landscape.
Phillippe Drouhin, a fourth generation member of the esteemed Drouhin Family of Burgundy, was the driving force behind the winery's commitment to the project. Responsible for the family's estate viticulture in Burgundy and Oregon, Philippe embraces environmentally-friendly business practice on both sides of the Atlantic.
According to David Millman, Domaine Drouhin Oregon's Managing Director, "We chose Tanner Creek because of their excellent previous work and their effort to have this make sense for a winery, both financially and in terms of our relationship to the land and environment. We also appreciated their help in handling the various administrative hurdles along the way. Perhaps most important was their determination to keep the project elements local to Oregon and their demonstrated commitment to the Oregon wine industry."
Tanner Creek Energy has successfully completed nearly 500kW of solar energy systems in Oregon and the company is one of the largest developers of solar energy systems in the state. Alan Hickenbottom, founder of Tanner Creek, said, "The Drouhin Family has inspired many people through their wine, and we think their commitment to renewable energy will be viewed as equally inspirational. We couldn't ask for better partners in a project."
About Domaine Drouhin Oregon
Established in 1987, Domaine Drouhin Oregon is owned by famed Burgundy producer Maison Joseph Drouhin. Located in the Dundee Hills, our wines are handcrafted by fourth-generation winemaker Véronique Drouhin-Boss, and reflect the Drouhin Family's special talent for producing Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of great distinction, balance, elegance and finesse. Our 225-acre estate is certified sustainable by LIVE (www.liveinc.org). To learn more about Domaine Drouhin Oregon, please visit the winery's website at www.domainedrouhin.com.
About Tanner Creek Energy
Tanner Creek Energy is a general contractor (OR CCB 177151) and project developer of Commercial and Industrial scale solar electric systems in Oregon. Based in Portland, Tanner Creek is one of the fastest growing renewable energy developers in the state. The company is committed to supporting the local economy while helping organizations leverage the financial benefits of embracing renewable energy sources. For more information, contact 503.703.0602 or visit www.tannercreekenergy.com.
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| Beth Fox Tanner Creek Energy 503.781.1717 96_99_107_115_58_109_89_101_100_90_102_86_100_86_85_90_83_91_81_93_81_98_22_74_85_82 |
David Millman Domaine Drouhin Oregon 503.864.2700 98_94_114_100_94_57_92_102_99_86_93_97_87_85_98_94_99_85_85_89_24_76_87_84 |