About Crane Mountain
A unique convergence of sustainable energy, modern technology, and natural beauty in the heart of the Adirondacks.
Our Mission
We're pioneering a new model for sustainable technology infrastructure, where renewable energy powers both hospitality and compute resources in harmony with nature.
Our vision is to create a micro-campus that demonstrates how technology can exist sustainably in natural environments, serving as both a retreat for digital workers and a platform for energy-efficient computing research.
Core Values
- • Environmental stewardship and sustainability
- • Innovation in renewable energy technology
- • Community-driven development and collaboration
- • Respect for natural landscapes and ecosystems
Property Details
Meet the Founders
Land, equity and operational partners
Ken & Donna
Ken and Donna bring decades of combined experience to Crane Mountain. Ken, a veteran and former police officer, provides leadership and security expertise. Donna, with her corporate policy development background at Bass Pro Shop, banking operations experience, and current work in home health care, brings operational excellence. Together, they have extensive experience running hotels and management companies, making them ideal partners for this hospitality-focused technology campus.
Our Technology
Vortex Hydropower
Our custom vortex turbine harnesses Mill Creek's flow to generate clean, renewable electricity for the entire campus.
Micro Data Center
A compact, energy-efficient data center powered entirely by renewable energy, ready for research and development workloads.
Smart Yurts
Modern, comfortable accommodations with high-speed internet, workspaces, and all the amenities of a tech-enabled retreat.
Our Impact
Environmental
- • 100% renewable energy operation
- • Zero carbon emissions from power generation
- • Minimal environmental footprint
- • Protection of natural watershed
Community
- • Supporting local sustainable tourism
- • Creating tech jobs in rural areas
- • Advancing renewable energy research
- • Building a community of innovators