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IEC's 2021 Condition of the State: The True Cost of Coal-Fired Power Generation in Iowa

posted 9/8/2021
IEC has released the 2021 Iowa Electric Generation, Condition of the State report, which analyzes fossil-fueled generation compared to renewable generation, as well as risks posed by the state's current energy generation mix that continues to rely on fossil-fueled generation. The report also explains the fallacy of utility claims of providing 100% clean energy to their customers.

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Council sets goal to reach 100% clean power in Iowa by 2035

posted 8/26/2021
The Iowa Environmental Council has announced its vision for Iowa to reach 100 percent clean power generation by 2035.

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Understanding the IPCC's Sixth Climate Assessment Report: A look at Iowa's changing future

posted 8/25/2021
The recent IPCC report on climate change delivered sobering news. But what does it mean for those in the Heartland? IEC takes a closer look at the report and what the future is likely to bring for Iowans.

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IEC and ELPC Settle Alliant Emissions Case

posted 6/17/2021
Today IEC and the Environmental Law & Policy Center settled a case before the Iowa Utilities Board involving the emissions plan and budget for Alliant Energy's coal plants in Iowa.

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IEC, ELPC, and Sierra Club Sue Utilities Board

posted 6/14/2021
IEC, ELPC, and Sierra Club are appealing a decision by the Iowa Utilities Board to allow MidAmerican to evade review of its coal plants.

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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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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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Expert testimony to IUB shows coal retirements are best way to meet emission requirements

posted 12/18/2020
Closing its coal plants and replacing them with renewable generation is the most economic and efficient way for MidAmerican Energy to meet its required emissions requirements, said three environmental organizations in expert testimony filed today at the Iowa Utilities Board.

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Broad Support for Des Moines 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy Resolution

posted 12/2/2020
100% DSM, an initiative to get the City of Des Moines to adopt a 24/7 carbon-free energy resolution, received backing from a number of prominent community groups as well as over 600 local residents. Letters of support were delivered to the Des Moines City Council preceding the Council's upcoming workshop to further discuss the resolution.

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IEC and ELPC Applaud Coal Retirements in Iowa

posted 10/29/2020
The Environmental Law and Policy Center and the Iowa Environmental Council join together in applauding today's announcement of the plan to eliminate 487MW of coal-generated power in Iowa.

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