CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (July 2, 2025) – In a filing with the Iowa Utilities Commission, Alliant Energy announced plans to add up to 1,000 megawatts (MW) of wind energy generation in Iowa. In a news release, the company says it needs additional generation “to meet demand and ensure reliable, affordable energy for customers.”  Alliant says their announcement is a major milestone for the company in advancing its “all-of-the-above” approach to energy generation.

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Alliant’s President says “By expanding our wind energy portfolio, we’re reinforcing our ability to meet customer demand while delivering reliable and cost-effective energy for customers.”  Alliant Energy will own and operate the projects once operational, retaining its position as one of the top five largest utility owners and operators of regulated wind in the United States. The new wind projects, according to the company, will create construction jobs, deliver payments to landowner partners and increase tax revenue for their counties.   

 Alliant Energy anticipates a decision from the IUC in the first quarter of 2026.