12/01/2021 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/01/2021 12:22
"The Independence Wind Energy project represents BHE Renewables' first renewable energy project in Iowa," said Alicia Knapp, president and CEO of BHE Renewables. "We're pleased to be delivering wind energy to Central Iowa Power Cooperative in support of their renewable energy goals."
The completion of the Independence Wind Energy project grows BHE Renewables' wind energy portfolio to 1,719 megawatts. The project serves Central Iowa Power Cooperative under a 20-year power purchase agreement.
"We are very pleased to be working with BHE Renewables to continue expanding wind energy in this area," said Bill Cherrier, CIPCO executive vice president & CEO. "The Independence Wind Energy project will help us continue to grow our wind portfolio on behalf of our customers."
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About CIPCO
CIPCO is a generation and transmission electric cooperative owned by member cooperatives and the communities they serve. With a balanced, 24/7 energy portfolio, CIPCO is committed to providing cost-effective, safe, and reliable energy. CIPCO and its 13 members serve over 300,000 Iowans in 58 Iowa counties. CIPCO's offices are located in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Creston and Wilton, Iowa. For more information, visit www.cipco.net.