Alliant company seeks Iowa wind project
From a press release issued by Alliant Energy:
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – September 28, 2007 – Interstate Power and Light Co. (IPL), an Alliant Energy company (NYSE: LNT), filed with the Iowa Utilities Board (IUB) today an application for ratemaking principles concerning the company’s proposed construction of up to 200 megawatts of wind powered generating facilities in Iowa.
“Wind generation in Iowa is a critical component of our renewable energy portfolio,” states Tom Aller, president of IPL. “IPL is committed to enhancing the state’s renewable energy economy through our build-out of wind generation. Our wind generation projects support Governor Culver’s vision of growing the state’s bio-economy, creating new jobs and helping make Iowa a leader in renewable energy capital.”
As part of IPL’s long-term generation plan, the company is seeking to expand its renewable energy portfolio in Iowa. As a result, IPL is currently exploring various sites across its service area for wind development opportunities. Upon completion of the site selection process, IPL expects to begin construction in 2009.
