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Guest column by Waylon Brown, Clean Grid Alliance

Dec 26, 2024
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For six years, Gov. Kristi Noem’s message has been clear: South Dakota is open for business. In her recent budget address, the governor continued a vision for bold and forward-thinking action to attract new industries, create jobs and grow the state’s economy. This message is exactly what South Dakotans want to hear. But making it a reality requires more than an invitation — we need the infrastructure and resources to back it up. And that starts with energy.

Economic growth and energy go hand in hand. South Dakota is serious about attracting new industries, but it must be ready to meet the energy demands that accompany growth. Whether it’s manufacturing, value-added agriculture, cybersecurity or other emerging technologies, every sector relies on affordable, reliable and abundant energy. Without it, businesses will look elsewhere. That’s why the Mount Rushmore State’s commitment to being business-friendly must include a commitment to energy prioritization.

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