Oklahoma continues to make strides in energy growth, especially with its focus on renewable energy. Oklahoma has an operating capacity of 12,577 megawatts (MW) worth of wind, solar, and storage, ranking fourth in the nation. Oklahoma's clean energy projects create a place for energy independence and diversify our region's electricity portfolio. The wind farms specifically have strengthened our economy and invested immensely in our communities.

In the latest episode of Green Giants: Titans of Renewable Energy, host Wes Ashworth sits down with our very own Julia McPherson, Community Relations Manager at EDP Renewables North America. With more than five years of experience at EDPR NA, Julia shares insights into the critical role community relations play in driving the success of renewable energy projects. She discusses her efforts to bridge the rural-urban divide, depoliticize renewable energy, and build lasting trust with local stakeholders across the U.S. Tune in to learn more about how we’re making a positive impact in the communities we serve.

The Central Valley represents only one percent of the total acreage of our nation’s agricultural lands, yet it produces one-fourth of all our nation’s food. Now, a new Valley crop is achieving equally remarkable results: clean energy.