Tradewind Energy Named Number One Utility-Scale Wind Developer in U.S. for 2017

Wind project developer recognized by national wind energy trade
association for leading the U.S. market with 1,247 megawatts (MW) of
wind project completions

LENEXA, Kan.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#windworks—Tradewind
Energy—one of the largest independent wind and solar project
development companies in the U.S.— achieved the number one ranking in
the country for 2017 wind energy developed and installed, according to
the U.S. Wind Industry 2017 Market Report from the American
Wind Energy Association (AWEA).

Tradewind topped the AWEA ranking by developing 1,247 MW of the more
than 7,000 MW of total utility-scale wind projects completed in 2017. In
a year filled with industry change and challenges, Tradewind witnessed
record-breaking growth and increasing demand for renewable energy
projects.

Tradewind credits continued utility demand for renewable energy and
corporate commitments to sustainability for its development success in
2017. “The investment by American businesses in both wind and solar
power has become a major contributor to industry growth, and it confirms
the value of these technologies in their ability to provide long-term
low, stable energy costs while at the same time moving our nation toward
energy sustainability,” said Rob Freeman, chief executive officer for
Tradewind Energy, Inc. “Investment in large-scale wind and solar power
has become indispensable to economic development and the ability to
attract new business investment for most communities today.”

In addition to its record year of project completions in 2017, Tradewind
also booked 1,130 MW of wind and 150 MW of solar projects that are
expected to begin construction in 2018, setting up another year of
strong growth for the company. The majority of Tradewind’s wind projects
are acquired by long-term strategic partner Enel Green Power North
America (EGP).

Tradewind Energy Company Profile Highlights:

• More than 10,000 MW of wind projects in development
• More than 5,200 MW of solar projects in development
• Currently developing wind and solar projects in 26 states

“Tradewind has established itself as one of the leading wind and solar
developers in the nation through its ability to consistently deliver on
its commitment to local communities, its customers, and its investors,”
said Geoff Coventry, chief operating officer for Tradewind Energy, Inc.
“We expect the wind and solar industries to continue to drive down the
cost of power for Americans, while modernizing our nation’s electric
generation fleet. Driven by the dedicated and accomplished Tradewind
team, we are poised and ready to continue moving through a successful
2018.”

ABOUT TRADEWIND ENERGY

Tradewind Energy is one of the largest wind and solar project
development companies in the U.S. We deliver long-term power projects
that tap into nature's resources to produce low-cost, sustainable energy
for our nation. We've earned a reputation for innovation in the market,
for our highly skilled and passionate team, and for our deeply held
respect for the people, environment, and communities where we develop
our projects. For more information, visit www.tradewindenergy.com.

Contacts

for Tradewind Energy
Kelly Cooper, Parris Communications
816-931-8900
[email protected]