Governor Lingle in attendance.

Kent Smith, Principal in Makani Nui Associates, making remarks.

Paul Gaynor, President of First Wind, a major partner in the project.

Ed Reinhardt, President of Maui Electric Company.

Bill Bonnet, V.P. Government and Community Affairs for Hawaiian Electric Company.

Reverend Lee giving prayer and thanks during the ceremony.

Governor Lingle making remarks.

Governor Lingle’s leadership and support for renewable energy was a important part of moving a project like this forward.

Hilton Unemori, (smiling) Principal in Makani Nui Associates.

From Left to Right: Garrett Grace, Central Pacific Bank, Mike Gresham, President Makani Nui Associates, Brian Caffyn, Founder First Wind Partners, Governor Lingle, Ed Reinhardt, President Maui Electric Company, Hilton Unemori Principal in Makani Nui Associates, Kent Smith, Principal in Makani Nui Associates.

And the dirt flies.

Discussing all the work to be done!

The finished product, Kahoolawe in the background.