Demand for wind energy workers outpacing supply in Iowa

Derek Gruis didn’t miss a day of work because of shutdowns during the pandemic, nor has he feared for his financial future amid the economic tumult it has unleashed. The 29-year-old lead technician at the Beaver Creek Wind Farm manages a team of 15 other wind energy technicians tasked with keeping 170 turbines spinning. “We’re … Continue reading Demand for wind energy workers outpacing supply in Iowa