North Dakota
Why Windmill Blades May No Longer Land In North Dakota Landfills
North Dakota stands to benefit significantly from recent advances in windmill blade recycling, as it embraces an “All of the Above” energy status.
As a prominent wind energy producer, handling the disposal of end-of-life turbine blades has become a top priority.
Because of their complicated composition, these gigantic blades, which may be over 50 meters long, were traditionally meant for landfills. However, new recycling methods are changing the story, bringing economic and environmental benefits to North Dakota.
Researchers and businesses are developing innovative methods for breaking down and repurposing these long-lasting materials. One of the most promising ways is mechanical recycling, which involves cutting blades into little pieces and grinding them into fine particles.
These particles can then be used as reinforcement in concrete or asphalt, increasing the strength and durability of the products while decreasing waste. This approach might greatly aid North Dakota’s infrastructure projects by delivering low-cost materials for road building and repair.
Another novel approach is thermal recycling, which uses high temperatures to degrade composite materials into reusable fibers and resins. This procedure not only reduces landfill use, but it also recovers important raw materials, helping to create a circular economy.
Additionally, chemical recycling is gaining popularity. This method employs solvents to dissolve the glue that holds the fiberglass together, allowing both the fiberglass and the resin to be extracted for other applications.
Implementing these strategies in North Dakota could lead to new business possibilities and jobs in the recycling and manufacturing industries.
North Dakota might play a vital role in implementing and profiting from these technologies.
Businesses are investing in collaborations and pilot programs to scale up recycling processes, with the goal of achieving zero waste in the wind sector by 2040. These improvements are consistent with North Dakota’s aims of promoting economic development and becoming a net-zero carbon state.
As wind energy grows, the successful recycling of windmill blades is a vital step toward reaching sustainability goals.
By converting garbage into resources, North Dakota not only solves environmental concerns but also prepares the way for a more resilient and environmentally sustainable future.
The partnership between academics, manufacturers, and politicians demonstrates the shared commitment to transforming obstacles into opportunities, ensuring that renewable energy remains a green and circular option for future generations.
This proactive strategy has the potential to position North Dakota as a pioneer in sustainable energy techniques included in it’s “All of the Above” approach.
With the technology coming around to recycle and repurpose wind turbines, the only thing keeping North Dakota from creating more jobs and making our state and nation more energy independent is bias.
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GRAND FORKS — A Grand Forks man is working to overturn his conviction for killing his friend.
Donald Bartlette’s attorney, Kiara Costa Kraus-Parr, wants the North Dakota Supreme Court to declare a mistrial when he was found guilty of manslaughter in the October 2024 death of Tony Kiehl.
During a hearing Monday, June 22, Costa Kraus-Parr said prosecutors unfairly made jurors biased against Bartlette at trial in August of last year.
That includes referencing past drug use and testimony from a witness who called Bartlette a bully.
That testimony was objected to, and the objection was sustained.
Bartlette was found guilty of manslaughter and was later sentenced in December to 10 years in prison.
Bartlette, 46, maintains Kiehl, 49, came at him with a knife and he acted in self-defense.
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Funeral Mass for Delia “Dee” Sianghio, 91, of Dickinson, will be 10:00 am, Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at Queen of Peace Catholic Church, Dickinson, with Father Ryan Martire celebrating. Burial will follow at St. Wenceslaus Cemetery.
Visitation for Dee will be 5:00 – 7:00 pm, Monday, June 22, 2026 at Stevenson Funeral Home, Dickinson, with rosary and vigil taking place at 6:00 pm. Dee passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at her home. Delia was born on September 5, 1934 in Zambales, Philippines to Dr. Aqualino and Solita (Ortin) Edaño. The eldest of 5 children, Delia graduated college in 1958 from University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy. Delia met Dr. Gregorio L. Sianghio and married in 1960, having 3 children, Leyden, Homer and Lourdes. The family embarked on a great adventure and emigrated to the United States in 1971, ultimately settling in Dickinson, ND, where Dr. Gregorio practiced in Anesthesiology at St. Joseph Hospital. Much to Delia’s dismay, she experienced extreme cold, blizzards, and having to travel to West Fargo, ND for authentic Philippine ingredients for traditional food. Delia was an avid reader, history buff, and enjoyed crocheting and knitting. After her husband died in 1985, she became an active volunteer at St. Luke’s Nursing Home in Dickinson and enjoyed exercising to step-aerobics. Delia is survived by daughter Dr. Leyden Sianghio-Reamer (Joe Reamer), Boerne, TX; son Homer Siañghio (Cindy M. Steiner-Siañghio), Kent, WA; and daughter Lourdes E. Sianghio, TX/ND; 6 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Delia is preceded in death by her parents, Dr. Aqualino and Solita Edaño of Zambales, Philippines; husband Dr. Gregorio Sianghio of Dickinson, ND; sisters Aqualina and Susan; and brothers Aqualino Jr. and Lino, all from Zambales, Philippines. Remembrances and condolences can be shared at www.stevensonfuneralhome.com.
BISMARCK — The public is invited to the opening of the State Historical Society of North Dakota’s new exhibit, “North Dakota 250 Road Trip: Our American Story,” with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck.
Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony, visitors can enjoy light refreshments, live music by Mythtickle, face painting, Scouting America Pinewood Derby races and opportunities to visit with agency curators, archivists and community partners until 1 p.m.
Developed as part of the America250 commemoration, the free exhibit explores North Dakota’s significant role in the American story through themes of travel, migration, innovation, and community. Visitors can explore highlights of how North Dakota has influenced the nation and how the nation has shaped us, beginning with stories dating back to the 1770s from tribal nations.
“We designed this exhibit as a road trip through North Dakota’s past, present, and future,” Exhibitions Manager David Newell said. “We are encouraging people to discover new stories and explore places they haven’t visited yet.”
Visitors can plan their own road trips, contribute to the state’s story on a kiosk, research longtime owners of Centennial Farms and learn how to explore your roots.
“This exhibit is an American story, a North Dakota story, and a personal story,” Audience Engagement & Museums Director Kimberly Jondahl said. “We invite people to dive into their own family histories using State Archives resources in the genealogy area. Do you know where your own people were in 1776?”
These programs are part of the ND250 commemoration celebrating our country’s 250th birthday.
The North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum, located at 612 E. Boulevard Ave. in Bismarck, is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is free.
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