Career Training Ramps Up to Meet South Dakota’s Energy Needs
As South Dakota’s wind energy capacity continues to grow, technical colleges are stepping up to train the next generation of skilled workers. A recent article in The Public Opinion highlights how schools like Lake Area Technical College and Mitchell Tech are seeing […]
Energy Executive to GOP: Don’t Dismiss Renewables
In a recent Politico article, NextEra Energy CEO John Ketchum urged Republican lawmakers not to take renewable energy off the table. Speaking at an event hosted by the conservative think tank American Compass, Ketchum emphasized that clean energy is not only compatible […]
Why an Outdated Grid Is Driving Up South Dakota’s Energy Costs
A recent op-ed by Steve Wegman in the Capitol Journal makes a compelling case: South Dakota’s aging power grid isn’t just outdated—it’s expensive. With most of our transmission infrastructure dating back to the 1950s and 60s, South Dakota is feeling the pressure […]
Renewable Energy Driving Workforce Growth in South Dakota
South Dakota’s renewable energy sector isn’t just powering homes and businesses—it’s increasingly powering careers. A recent KTIV story highlights how wind and solar development are becoming major sources of employment across the state. From electricians and engineers to technicians and transport crews, […]
South Dakota Co-ops Respond to Growing Power Demands from Data Center Boom
As South Dakota sees a surge in interest from data center developers, electric co-ops are finding themselves at the center of a fast-moving conversation about energy infrastructure, reliability, and long-term planning. In a recent KELOLAND article, South Dakota Renewable Energy Association board […]
Meet Our New Member: A Q&A with Vikor!
SoDak Renewables is excited to welcome Vikor as our newest member! To help our community get acquainted with them, we asked Tyler Masat, Vikor’s VP of Operations, a few questions about their work in the renewable energy sector, their motivations, and their […]
3rd Annual South Dakota Wind and Solar Challenge
** SAVE THE DATE ** March 26, 2026 is the date for the 3rd Annual SD Wind and Solar Challenge! Fourth Thursday in March after the HS basketball tournament. 4-12th Grades are welcome. We had an AMAZING time at the 2nd Annual SD […]
One of South Dakota’s largest wind farms just got the green light
(Originally published by Electrek on March 4, 2025. Written by Michelle Lewis. Read the original article here.) South Dakota’s Public Utilities Commission (PUC) has approved a 260-megawatt (MW) wind farm that will become one of the largest in the wind-friendly state. Invenergy […]
Bring a Wind Turbine or Solar Home to the 2nd Annual South Dakota Wind and Solar Challenge!
2nd Annual South Dakota Wind and Solar Challenge Sponsored by: South Dakota Wind For Schools Bring a Wind Turbine or Solar Home to the 2nd Annual South Dakota Wind and Solar Challenge! 📅 When: Thursday, March 27, 2025⏰ Time: 10:00 a.m. – […]
Wind Energy Association Changes Name, Advocates For All Renewables
Story by Jacob Boyko – South Dakota Rural Electric Association The South Dakota Wind Energy Association is getting a fresh coat of paint this year with a rebrand that will expand the association’s advocacy mission to include more forms of renewable energy. […]
The South Dakota Renewable Energy Association (SoDak Renewables) is pleased to announce Rodger Horr as its new Executive Director
As Executive Director, Horr will lead SoDak Renewables in its efforts to promote and advocate for clean energy development across South Dakota. Horr brings more than 20 years of experience in sales, marketing, and renewable energy advocacy. His background includes leadership roles […]
2024 Golf and Shoot
We had an amazing turnout for the South Dakota Renewable Energy Association (formerly SDWEA) Golf & Shoot. Thank you to all our sponsors who made this event possible and for supporting the South Dakota renewable energy industry and the educational programs in […]
South Dakota Wind Energy Association Expands Mission to become the South Dakota Renewable Energy Association.
The South Dakota Renewable Energy Association is a group of electric utilities, contractors, renewable energy developers and landowners devoted to the advancement of renewable energy in South Dakota. South Dakota Renewable Energy Association is expanding their mission to pursue a broader strategy […]
Seizing the Wind: The Opportunity in Renewable Energy Education
The renewable energy sector is on the brink of a significant transformation, with wind turbine service technicians leading the charge as the fastest-growing job in the U.S. This surge, spotlighted by recent NPR coverage and supported by Bureau of Labor Statistics data, […]
Wind is South Dakota’s role in ‘hydrogen hub’
Effort seeks to reduce carbon emissions in five-state region Hydrogen power may soon spread across the country thanks to federal grants, and South Dakota wind turbines could provide some of the electricity to make it. Hydrogen, as a gas, transforms into water when burned […]