Lupe Bandillo is a Project Director for NextEra Energy Resources and has worked in renewable energy for the past three years. She currently manages the development of the Acer Wind Project, along with other wind and energy storage opportunities across Iowa. Spending nearly half of her time in Iowa, Lupe enjoys getting to know the communities where she works and regularly meets with landowners, local leaders, and other stakeholders to discuss project plans, timelines, and the long-term economic benefits renewable energy development can bring to the community.

One of Lupe’s favorite aspects of her role is building genuine relationships with the people who call these communities home. She values conversations and believes some of the best discussions happen simply by sitting down and getting to know one another. Whether at a community meeting or over a cup of coffee, Lupe is always happy to listen, answer questions, and talk about the project.”