Congresswoman Herseth-Sandlin to Announce Clean Air, Energy Independence Effort

IBERDROLA RENEWABLES:

 WHAT:   Press conference at the new MinnDakota Wind Power Plant. The project is owned by IBERDROLA RENEWABLES, the world’s largest developer of wind power. The MinnDakota Wind Power Project serves increasing demand for clean, renewable energy resources. South Dakota has demonstrated an ability to provide vital new energy resources, including domestic wind power.  WHO:    Speakers include: — Congresswoman Stephanie Herseth-Sandlin — Tim Seck, IBERDROLA RENEWABLES  WHEN:   Friday, August 29, 2008  2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Major announcement from Congresswoman Herseth-Sandlin   WHERE:  MinnDakota Turbine U-3  Directions: Take US Hwy -14 East toward Lake Benton, MN – 13.3 miles  Turn left at 486th Avenue – 2.25 miles  Turbine U-3 is on the left (West side of 486th Ave.). Take access road on left to turbine.  VISUALS: — 100 new white wind turbines — Road construction and foundation pouring — Tours inside a modern wind turbine  

This is a site at a time of year when the weather can be hot and windy, but we encourage attendees to dress in long pants (not shorts) and to wear shoes or boots with good traction. High resolution still photos on CD and video B-roll in beta SP format will be available.