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IEC comments on new EPA coal plant pollution rules

posted 4/25/2024
EPA released new rules regarding coal plant pollution today (4/25). IEC is now analyzing the details of the rules, but in a statement today commend EPA for their recognition of coal plant pollution and its harms to Iowans.

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Newly published MidAmerican studies reveal costly inconsistencies in clean energy transition

posted 2/20/2023
In response to an IUB order, MidAmerican Energy filed new public versions of two internal studies that show solar is the lowest cost path for achieving carbon free energy and acknowledge that transitioning away from burning coal is an essential piece of achieving this goal. These studies come to light as a hearing for the approval or denial of MidAmerican's $3.9 billion Wind PRIME project gets underway at the IUB.

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MidAmerican delays study release following board order

posted 2/8/2023
IEC and partners submitted a response to an objection by MidAmerican Energy to the Iowa Utilities Board order to make internal studies public.

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IEC and groups applaud order to make MidAmerican studies public

posted 1/25/2023
On January 19, the Iowa Utilities Board issued an order in MidAmerican Energy's Wind PRIME proceeding to make public two generation planning studies MidAmerican has aggressively and repeatedly sought to keep secret from regulators and the public. The studies include an evaluation of the economics of MidAmerican's coal generating facilities and the a study of pathways to achieve zero carbon emissions electricity.

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What to know about the "Brain-Eating Amoeba", Naegleria fowleri

posted 7/29/2022
The U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Iowa Health and Human Services, and the Iowa DNR confirmed the presence of Naegleria fowleri, or the “brain-eating amoeba,” in the Lake of Three Fires this week. Naturally, this news has been raising alarms for recreational water users across the state. But what are the risks to Iowans?

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Waterloo adopts ambitious 24/7 carbon-free electricity goal

posted 7/19/2022
The Waterloo City Council voted unanimously Monday to adopt a goal of reaching community-wide carbon-free electricity by the year 2035. With the resolution's passage, Waterloo joins Des Moines as the second city in Iowa to commit to 24/7 carbon-free electricity, and the fourth nationwide.

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Supreme Court Restricts EPA's Ability to Regulate Carbon Emissions

posted 6/30/2022
The United States Supreme Court issued a ruling that limits the Environmental Protection Agency's ability to regulation carbon emissions as part of the Clean Air Act. IEC provides a first look at what this means for Iowa.

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Climate Stripes 2022: Iowa's Climate Visual

posted 6/21/2022
June 21 is #ShowYourStripes day, when people create and share warming stripe visuals to raise awareness about climate change. Take a look at this year's climate stripe visuals for Iowa, the US, and the planet.

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What Comes Next After Des Moines Approves Franchise Agreement

posted 5/26/2022
The City of Des Moines officially approved a 13-year renewal of a utility franchise agreement with MidAmerican Energy this week. Environmental groups and residents called for a shorter agreement, then for cancellation clauses in an effort to hold both the city and utility accountable to their climate goals. Learn what comes next now that the franchise agreement has passed.

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24/7 carbon-free energy goal in Iowa City receives broad support

posted 4/18/2022
IEC's 100% Iowa project is off to a promising start in Iowa City for its campaign, 100% Iowa City, with 25 local businesses and organizations signing on in support of a 24/7 carbon-free energy goal.

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