Newsroom - 2021

Iowa DNR Approves Flawed CAFO

posted 4/2/2021
IEC reacts to the Iowa DNR's approval of the flawed Supreme Beef manure management plan.

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Iowa Nears 60% Wind Energy Generation Milestone

posted 3/31/2021
Iowa reached an impressive clean energy milestone in 2020, now producing the highest percentage of electricity by wind of any state, at 59.6%. This figure represents a sharp increase from 2019, which had the state at 42% electricity from wind.

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Council Releases Rural Water System Report

posted 3/3/2021
IEC has released a new report sharing findings based on a survey of rural water administrators, to better identify the issues rural water utilities face. The findings reflect the challenges experienced by those in the rural parts of the state writ large – declining populations, outdated infrastructure, and ongoing water quality issues.

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IEC Comments on Supreme Beef Manure Management Plan

posted 3/2/2021
The Iowa DNR hosted a virtual meeting Monday, March 1 to hear public comments on a proposed Nutrient Management Plan for an expansion of the Supreme Beef, LLC cattle feedlot operation in Northeast Iowa. Read comments Michael Schmidt, Staff Attorney for the Iowa Environmental Council, shared during the meeting and how you can share your own comments.

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IEC celebrates federal climate action

posted 1/20/2021
The Council reacts to climate action taken by the Biden administration.

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IEC announces new Executive Director

posted 1/13/2021
IEC will welcome Brian Campbell on January 19. Learn more about Brian's connections with Council, the experience he will bring to the role, and his expectations for his work with the IEC team.

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IEC Statement on IWILL and Invest in Iowa

posted 1/12/2021
IEC reacts to the Governor's decision not to reintroduce the Invest in Iowa Act, which stalls conversation on a sales tax that would have funded the Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund.

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History made as Des Moines adopts 24/7 carbon-free energy resolution, becoming first in nation

posted 1/11/2021
Following many months of debate, education, and outreach, the City of Des Moines voted to adopt an ambitious 24/7 carbon-free energy resolution, making it the first city to do so nationwide.

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