A native Nevadan born and raised in Reno, Lucas Ingvoldstad is the Nevada state director for USDA Rural Development. Ingvoldstad’s professional experience includes public policy, public affairs, legislative relations, stakeholder engagement and business development. Ingvoldstad previously served as the senior director of government and external affairs for a utility-scale renewable energy developer focusing on solar, wind and battery storage projects throughout the Mountain West. In addition, he has served as a senior adviser to U.S. Majority Leader Harry Reid. Ingvoldstad loves spending time with family, is an avid cyclist, and enjoys being outdoors, backyard gardening and cooking.
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Opinion: Rural housing for all: Supporting affordable homes in Nevada
Anya Lindsey, a single mother, was sharing a bedroom with her two young children at her parents’ home when she heard a news story about USDA Rural Development’s programs for affordable homes. Before reaching out to Rural Development – Nevada, Anya had concerns that it would be difficult, or even impossible, to afford a home…
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OPINION: USDA’s clean energy investments support rural Nevadans
Celebrating Earth Day, as we did last week, reminds us about the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability, encouraging us to come together and take action for a healthier planet and a brighter future. But it should not be the only time to reflect on the decisions that have been made to address the health…
