The Burns & McDonnell company has completed construction of two solar energy projects for Alliant Energy in Iowa — the 150-MW Wever solar project and the 50-MW Creston solar project.

“These projects stand as a testament to Alliant Energy’s commitment to sustainability and our dedication to safety and resilience ”according to Jami Stone, construction project manager at Burns & McDonnell. “With more than 326,000 hours worked and over 420 craft workers at peak construction, we’ve demonstrated that sustainability is about protecting both people and the planet.”

A significant portion of the craftspeople came from local unions, underscoring the commitment of Burns & McDonnell to supporting the communities where it works. Through apprenticeships and other on-the-job training, the projects narrowed the gap in skilled tradespeople that had been identified in Iowa in recent years.