Blog – Iowa Environmental Voice

posted by Steve Guyer on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 The growing electric vehicle market brings with it a rising need for commercial charging infrastructure. In Iowa, the right to sell or resell electricity has historically been limited to electric utility providers, which is subject to a number of regulations. EV charging presents a need to re-evaluate these definitions.

posted by Jordan Bles on Thursday, April 22, 2021 IEC's Director of Fundraising and Development highlights some new ways to support the Council, including Target, RAYGUN, and more this Earth Day and beyond.

posted by Michael Schmidt on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 A company seeking to site an 11,600-head cattle feedlot in northeast Iowa wasn't giving up on getting DNR approval. IEC Staff Attorney Michael Schmidt reviews the timeline and how Supreme Beef and DNR found a way to make the massive feedlot happen.

posted by Guest Blogger on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 In this guest post from our friends at Good Neighbor Iowa, they discuss the wonderful things spring in Iowa brings: flowers, outdoor activities, and bees and butterflies. However, spring brings something else as well - the pursuit for the perfect, well-manicured lawn. Learn alternative ways to manage your favorite green space this year.

posted by Michael Schmidt on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 The gas industry is trying to save itself at the expense of Iowans. HF 555 and SF 455 would prop up the methane and propane gas industries by creating special protections for out-of-state gas imports.

posted by Angelisa Belden on Monday, March 8, 2021 The first funnel for bills introduced in the 2021 session took place last week. Take a quick look at our list to see what environmentally-related bills didn't survive to continue on this session.

posted by Alicia Vasto on Thursday, March 4, 2021 Last month, the Governor's Economic Recovery Advisory Board released their recommendations for how the state should address challenges resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic. Alicia Vasto shares how their goals for placemaking and improved water quality in Iowa means it's time to fund the trust.

posted by Guest Blogger on Monday, March 1, 2021 Learn how a simple checkbox on your state tax form can generate hundreds of thousands of dollars to support non-game wildlife in Iowa, including Trumpeter Swans, bats, turtles and so much more.

posted by Kristen Weaverling on Wednesday, February 24, 2021 Decarbonization goals are becoming commonplace amongst businesses and cities alike. These goals differ greatly based on their definition, and are evolving quickly. In the world of frequent 100% clean energy declarations, learn why 24/7 carbon-free energy goals lead the pack in terms of its environmental benefit.

posted by Dr. Brian Campbell on Tuesday, February 23, 2021 Cold temperatures ravaged the Southern United States this winter, highlighting flaws in the electrical grid and how energy is managed. To reduce inequities and increase resiliency in the system, energy efficiency offers an attractive solution.