Earlier today I met with top executives from Spanish energy companies to talk about renewable fuels and Iowa’s leadership in this industry. My conversation with these folks began last month when I visited Spain as part of an international trade trip. My goal in continuing this conversation is to convince them of our country’s commitment to renewable energy and to encourage them to explore the great investment opportunities in Iowa. Companies like Siemens, Acciona and Clipper Wind have shown the benefit of international collaboration and I hope our Spanish friends will soon follow their lead.