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Our Impacts

Our pledge to do the right thing stems from our farmer-founded roots and our commitment to community. We believe that all businesses have a responsibility and duty to be a positive influence on the communities they serve. Through our power generation projects and powered data parks, we strive to make enduring environmental, economic, and social impacts for the betterment of local, national and global communities.

Environmental Impacts

  • At Geronimo Power, we understand that how power is generated, delivered, and used plays a critical role in building a more sustainable future for generations to come. We know that the decisions we make today will influence the future of our planet and life on earth.  
  • Our mission is to leave this world a better place than when we found it.
  • Our leadership is committed to operating responsibly—prioritizing recycling and repurposing, and preserving and conserving resources wherever possible.
  • Our projects contribute by supporting lower-emission power systems and more efficient water use.  

Explore the environmental considerations of our projects in our FAQ.

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Environmental Impacts – It’s in Everything We Do

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The Economic Benefits of Solar Energy Projects

Economic Impacts

We know that modern power infrastructure plays a critical role in supporting both long-term economic growth and community stability. Each of our projects is designed to deliver meaningful economic benefits for the communities where we operate.

  • Construction and operations jobs
  • New tax revenue
  • Predictable income for landowners and farmers
  • Increased local spending in project host communities

See how our projects fuel economic growth in local communities in our FAQ.

Social Impacts

Our community-focused values drive our commitment to making sure we play a strong social impact role. Our giveback culture and socially responsible team members are helping to reinvigorate communities where we operate our business and projects.

  • Each of our large-scale operating projects has a dedicated charitable fund that donates annually to local non-profits.
  • Our Community Giving Committee supports communities in need, including disaster relief, education funding, and more.
  • Our staff regularly volunteer their time at food shelves and other local organizations to ensure we’re giving back to those who need it most.

Find out how we’re creating a lasting social impact in our communities in our FAQ.

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Expanding Access to Education Funding in Ohio

Operating and Construction Project Impacts

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* Environmental benefits calculated using the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) greenhouse gas equivalencies calculator. Environmental benefits are singular, not additive. Environmental benefits represent annual estimated amounts.

** Economic benefits calculated based on Geronimo Power models, and current tax law for renewable energy facilities. Economic benefits represent estimated total impact over the first 20 years of operation. All project production, benefits and amounts are estimates and not guaranteed.

Data derived from and associated with renewable energy projects under construction or in operation by affiliates of Geronimo Power. Information presented is subject to change.

Neighborhood News

Our blog series features stories from team members across the company who are making a big impact in communities across America.

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Sidney Nuese

Senior Project Developer
Geronimo Power

Sidney Nuese is a Senior Project Developer supporting the Nobles County Data Center through the development of its associated wind projects—Plum Creek 1, Plum Creek 2, and Lime Creek. A lifelong resident of southwestern Minnesota, Sidney brings deep local knowledge and nearly a decade of wind development experience. Since joining Geronimo Power in 2016, she has advanced multiple utility-scale wind projects across the region, building strong relationships with landowners and guiding projects from early siting through key development milestones.
 
She holds a bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Southwest Minnesota State University. Sidney lives near Hendricks, Minnesota with her husband, Jason, and their four children. Outside of work, she enjoys golfing and spending time on the lake.
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Marta Lasch

Permitting Lead
Geronimo Power

Marta Lasch is the Permitting Lead for the Nobles County Data Center, where she oversees environmental due diligence and land use permitting across local, state, and federal agencies. With nearly a decade of expertise working at the company, she has advanced over 1,600 MW of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage projects throughout the Midwest and Texas—550 MW of which are in Minnesota. Her work focuses on regulatory compliance, environmental risk mitigation, and coordinating with multiple agencies to advance major infrastructure projects.

Marta holds a B.S. in Geology from Iowa State University. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and dancing with her husband, exploring state parks, gardening, and cheering on the Frost.

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