Renewable Energy

STG specializes in the installation of renewable energy systems in rural Alaskan communities. Within the Alaska market, STG has installed approximately 80% of utility-scale wind projects currently in operation across the state, having completed systems for Alaska Native Corporations, the U.S. Air Force, and rural Alaska utilities including Alaska Village Electric Cooperative. 

STG has direct experience working with a variety of wind- related technologies appropriate for Arctic conditions and the unique wind-diesel integration requirements found throughout Alaska.  Completed projects have ranged in size from 1,100 KW to 200 KW in generation capacity and have involved turbines from a variety of different manufacturers including Northern Power Systems, Vestas, and AOC/Entegrity Wind Systems. 

In conjunction with rural wind installations, STG has also installed waste heat recovery systems and electric “dump” boilers as a load source for the wind generators during times of high winds and low village electrical demands.  These integration components help to maintain overall system integrity while ensuring that all possible wind- generated energy is utilized in the community.  While wind energy generated through completed projects is used primarily to offset diesel-generated electricity, these waste heat systems and electric boilers are generally used to provide heat for public facilities within the communities.

STG has completed wind installations in the following Alaskan communities: Selawik, St. Paul, Toksook Bay, Savoonga, Gambell, Tin City Long Range Radar Site, Hooper Bay, Chevak, Nome, Kongiganak, Mekoryuk, Kasigluk, and Unalakleet.  In addition to these completed installations, several projects are currently under development across the state.

“I was very favorably impressed with STG’s involvement on our 18-turbine project in Nome, and I attribute the successful completion of the project in large part to STG’s ability to get the job done.  STG worked closely with BSNC to ensure that all of our requirements were met efficiently, on time, and on budget.  STG’s knowledge of rural Alaska systems along with their commitment to building a partnership with our organization also proved to be a strong asset in the overall success of the project.  STG clearly demonstrated their abilities to serve as a highly capable construction manager throughout the duration of our project by operating with a proactive problem solving approach.”

Jerald Brown, Vice President
Bering Straits Native Corporation

Featured Project: Unalakleet Wind Installation

In 2009, STG completed the installation of one of the largest wind systems operating on Alaska’s west coast for Unalakleet Valley Electric Cooperative.  Serving as Project Manager and General Contractor, STG managed all project activities from conception to completion of the six-turbine installation.  The project now exists as the largest single installation of Northwind 100 turbines and one of the first projects completed through the State of Alaska’s Renewable Energy Fund.