Blade Signing Highlights

During construction, local residents joined staff and project partners of Apex Clean Energy at Great Pathfinder Wind for a turbine blade-signing ceremony.

Staff from Senator Chuck Grassley’s office shared remarks on his behalf:

“As the father of the Wind Energy Incentives Act of 1993, Senator Grassley sought to give this renewable energy source the ability to compete with traditional, finite sources … wind energy is renewable and does not obligate the United States to rely on unstable foreign states. At 58 percent, Iowa has become the only state where over half of our in-state generated energy comes from wind.”

A representative from Congressman Randy Feenstra’s office was also in attendance and noted:

“Wind energy has had a positive impact on Iowa communities. From creating good-paying jobs to investing in community-centered initiatives, Great Pathfinder Wind prioritizes the well-being of employees, their families, and the entire community while simultaneously spurring economic development and fostering safe and secure neighborhoods.”

Following the remarks, participants were invited to visit the Great Pathfinder Wind construction site, where they signed their names on one of the project’s wind turbine blades.