Danbury Student Honored for Sustainable Energy Project

Sean Guiry, a St. Joseph Middle School student was honored as a finalist for his project, The Power of Wind, at the 67th annual Science and Engineering Fair at Quinnipiac University that was held on March 14.

Eesmarts, an Energize CT program, sponsored the special award categories of alternative/renewable energy for middle and high school students; future sustainability for high school students; and sustainable resources and practices for middle school students.

Sean’s project was awarded third place in the alternative/renewable energy category for middle school students. Sean received $100 and a trophy for his achievement in the category.

The Connecticut Science and Engineering Fair is open to students in grades 7 through 12 across the state, who compete for more than 600 spots each year. The objective of the fair is to attract young people to careers in the science and engineering industry, while also developing critical thinking skills. The fair is supported by several academic and industrial organizations throughout the state, with funds directed to the awards, operations and various educational activities.

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