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Wind Power

Turbines convert the kinetic energy of wind into mechanical or electrical energy that can be used for power, bolstering renewable energy availability for greater grid stability.

Why It's Cool?!

How to Get There?

Education & Certifications
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B.S. Wind Energy / Renewable Energy Engineering

Texas Tech University – National Wind Institute

Four-year engineering degree at one of the premier wind energy research institutions in the U.S., covering turbine design, atmospheric science, grid integration, and energy policy.

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Internships
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Wind Energy Operations Intern

Pacific Power

Support wind farm operations and renewable energy expansion at Pacific Power, the largest regulated utility wind power owner in the Western U.S.

Mentors
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Tom Gray

Former VP, American Wind Energy Association

Veteran wind energy advocate and communicator with broad practitioner connections across the wind industry.

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American Clean Power Association (ACP)

National trade association for the wind industry with workforce development, professional mentorship, and career resources.

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Dr. Julie Lundquist

Professor, CU Boulder / Wind Energy Meteorologist

Leading wind energy meteorologist whose research shapes turbine siting and grid integration; academic mentor.

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Mentorship Network

Global Wind Energy Council (GWEC)

International industry association for wind energy professionals with career mentorship and global networking connections.

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