August 16, 2023
Excerpt was written by Iowa’s News Now.
DES MOINES, Iowa — Governor Kim Reynolds announced, August 16th, as “Solar Day in Iowa.”
“Solar Day at the Iowa State Fair” celebrated solar industry leaders and supporters that came to the fair to hear the Governor’s announcement.
“Whereas, Iowa is a world leader for the production, development and technology of renewable energy,” Gov. Reynolds said. “These industries create jobs in Iowa and grow the state’s economy. Whereas, Iowa ranks 16th among U.S. states in technical potential for solar energy production, ahead of states such as Florida and Georgia, and has the potential to add enough solar to meet the state’s electric needs more than 150 times over. Whereas, Solar energy has become an important option for Iowa farmers, businesses and homeowners to manage their energy future. Whereas, Solar energy benefits both rural and urban Iowa, with solar installations in all of Iowa’s 99 counties. Whereas, Iowa’s solar industry employs more than 1000 people and supports nearly 100 businesses involved in the supply chain. Whereas, More than $949 million has been invested in solar in Iowa, growing local economies.”