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About Sandhills Energy

Powering Renewable Energy Possibilities

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The Sandhills Energy Story

We trace our roots to a single turbine project in Valentine, Nebraska in 2012. Our approach has grown along with our expertise, and Sandhills Energy projects now encompass the full lifecycle of energy development. From landowner and municipality projects to utility-scale solar, wind, and waste-to-energy projects, our team brings a unique blend of expertise and industry know-how.

We are sharp-minded, resourceful individuals who know how to transform challenges into impactful solutions. We’re passionate and committed to making a positive difference for local communities and individuals.

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Our Leadership

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Eric Johnson
Eric Johnson
President
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Jake Pole
Jake Pole
Executive Vice President
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Raki Giannakouros
Raki Giannakouros
Executive Vice President
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Brian Boerner
Brian Boerner
Senior Vice President of Development
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Michael Knapp
Michael Knapp
Senior Vice President of Operations
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Chuck Hassebrook
Chuck Hassebrook
Senior Vice President for Strategy
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Channing Bryen
Channing Bryen
Controller
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Lindsey Kuhnle
Executive Assistant
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Cam Nielsen
Cam Nielsen
Vice President of Technology and Analytics
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Raphael Martinez
Raphael Martinez
Director Of Business Relations
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Kyle Gorsuch
Kyle Gorsuch
Director of Operations and Maintenance
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Derek Shardt
Derek Schardt
Director of Finance Analysis
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Community Involvement Matters

At Sandhills Energy, we work to empower communities and inspire change with large-scale as well as local, grassroots efforts.

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Career Opportunities

Empower tomorrow, today. Join our team of intelligent, hard-working people who care about a sustainable future

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Director, Engineering

Sandhills Energy is seeking an experienced professional to lead our engineering and design initiatives as Director of Engineering. The successful candidate will oversee a diverse portfolio of projects, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring adherence to industry standards, contributing to permitting processes, mentoring team members, and managing project budgets through value engineering. The candidate will interface with established subcontracted Engineering partners while simultaneously building our internal engineering capacity. Proficiency in CAD software, a keen awareness of industry trends, and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.

FAQ

We care about the communities our projects affect and we understand that questions arise when looking for an energy company for a specific project. How can we help?

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What is renewable energy?

Renewable energy is energy derived from resources that are naturally replenished, such as sunlight, wind, water, tides, waves, geothermal heat, and biomass. These energy sources are considered “renewable” because they do not deplete over time like fossil fuels.

There are a multitude of benefits to using renewable energy, and they have a positive impact on not only the environment, but our land, communities, and economy.

  1. Energy Independence: Have more control over your own energy and avoid blackouts.
  2. Economic Growth: When farmers and landowners host renewable energy projects, it can provide a stable source of income for them.
  3. Naturally Replenished: Renewable energy is an inexhaustible power source.
  4. Cost Savings: There are upfront costs when installing renewable energy infrastructure, but in the long run, renewable energy leads to lower operating costs compared to fossil fuels. This means a lower energy bill for consumers. 
  5. Community Empowerment: Community-owned solar and wind farms can empower coal communities by providing them with a stake in the energy generation process, along with financial benefits.
  6. Job Creation: Between installation, maintenance, and manufacturing of renewable energy technologies, there are many job opportunities.
  7. Reduced Carbon Footprint: Unlike fossil fuels, renewable energy sources do not produce carbon dioxide and other harmful pollutants when generating electricity. It helps stabilize and ultimately reduce the concentration of greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere.

Sandhills Energy is a renewable energy developer committed to accelerating the growth of sustainable energy adoption by utilities and farming communities. We work to create positive and lasting landowner relationships with clean energy, so they can reap the long-term benefits and become more energy independent.

Related Case Studies

Discover more of our renewable energy projects through project case studies.

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Wind Power

Kimball

Kimball Wind LLC is a 30MW wind farm in Kimball County, Nebraska, developed by Sandhills Energy LLC and acquired by Aspenall Energies in 2017. The project received final permitting approval third quarter 2017 and Aspenall commenced construction shortly thereafter.

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Wind Power

Valentine

Valentine Wind, LLC is a 1.85 MW wind turbine owned by Bluestem Energy Solutions. The project was developed for Cherry County Wind, the largest land cooperative in the United States.

We’re committed to consistent involvement in projects that benefit communities.

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