Council News

IEC Launches Iowa Energy & Infrastructure Funding Hub

posted 12/7/2022
IEC has launched the Iowa Energy & Infrastructure Funding Hub, an online resource hosted at IAFederalFunding.org to help Iowans better understand and access federal support for clean energy and resiliency projects. Iowa's communities, businesses, nonprofits, and individuals can utilize programs funded by the Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act legislation. These federal investments will expand local projects and priorities intended to improve Iowa's resiliency.

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IEC celebrates a green future with the inaugural Green Gala & Art Auction

posted 11/11/2022
Nearly 150 Iowans gathered at Mainframe Studios in downtown Des Moines on Thursday, November 10, for IEC's inaugural Green Gala & Art Auction. The new fundraising event brought together artists inspired by climate and environmental concerns with businesses and individuals supporting work to address these issues in Iowa.

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Preparing for the 2022 Legislative Session

posted 12/10/2021
IEC is prepping and planning for the upcoming legislative session. Read about our updated priorities, what lies ahead, and upcoming events.

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IEC Celebrates Passage of Historic Infrastructure Bill

posted 11/22/2021
This month, the United States Congress passed a $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill that will provide federal funding for crucial infrastructure projects, including energy infrastructure, drinking and wastewater systems, and transit systems.

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Iowa Environmental Groups Launch Iowa Gives Green on August 4

posted 7/29/2021
The Iowa Environmental Council, Iowa Interfaith Power & Light, Iowa Rivers Revival, and more Iowa environmental and conservation non-profits are announcing the creation of a new day of giving August 4, focused on gifts to organizations improving and protecting Iowa's environment.

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IEC publishes 2020 Annual Report

posted 6/1/2021
IEC looks back at successes, actions, activities, and growth in 2020.

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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 Announces Search for Next Executive Director

posted 9/22/2020
Jennifer Terry will complete her time as Executive Director of the Council on October 7, 2020, following three years of service in her role with IEC. The organization will begin the process to hire a new leader this month.

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IEC's Statement on Racial Justice

posted 6/22/2020
Read IEC's statement on racial justice and equality.

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