Format: 2013-05-24
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Rick Johnson

Rick, with a strong interest in wind power, serves as the director of facilities for Applied’s Varian Semiconductor Equipment business unit. His background includes more than 30 years of experience in facilities planning and management as well as a bachelor’s degree from Wentworth Institute of Technology and Salem State College.

Corporate Responsibility

The Big Lift

By Rick Johnson
Nov152012

Our project to install a 2.5 megawatt wind turbine at Applied’s Varian Semiconductor Equipment site at Gloucester, MA is nearing completion.

Last month we posted a time-lapse video showing the transport of one of the 160-foot long rotor blades through the streets of Gloucester.

Now, here are some snapshots from the process of mounting the rotor assembly to the nacelle which sits atop the 328 foot tall tower. With National Grid approval scheduled for November 26 we’re just days away from throwing the switch!

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Corporate Responsibility

Something BIG is Happening...

By Rick Johnson
Oct222012

A “sneak peek” of the much anticipated 2.5 megawatt wind turbine — one of the largest turbines on the eastern seaboard — which is making its way to the Applied Materials Gloucester, MA site!

When completed, the installation of the wind turbine will supply greater than 30% of the site’s electricity and reduce site operating expenses by more than $1 million annually. What’s more, 99% of the power generated by the turbine will be used on-site, resulting in a 34% projected reduction in CO2 emissions—greatly reducing Applied’s carbon footprint.

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Corporate Responsibility

Harnessing the Power of Wind

By Rick Johnson
Apr192012

In recognition of Earth Day — a day to appreciate the earth’s natural environment and remind us to be smarter about the resources we use— I thought I’d tell you about an exciting project I am very proud to be spearheading, which will once again demonstrate Applied Materials’ leadership in renewable energy and the company’s commitment to corporate responsibility.

Applied’s Varian Semiconductor Equipment business unit is moving full steam ahead with the installation of a 2.5 megawatt wind turbine at the Gloucester, MA site—one of the largest turbines on the eastern seaboard at one of the strongest land-based wind production sites in the state.

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