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LETTER: We do not need more toxic contamination in Clinton
4+ day, 20+ hour ago (255+ words) On July 25, 2026, I spoke at Clinton City Council about former Chemplex site wells with increasing contaminant levels and toxic plume migration. Since that time, Chemplex Parties responded to EPA's concerns with mitigation plans. On September 29, 2026, Laura Price, EPA Region 7, responded…...
Iowa American Water Highlights the Role of Source Water Protection in Providing High-Quality Water
2+ week, 1+ day ago (365+ words) DAVENPORT, Iowa, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of American Water Works Association's Annual Source Water Protection Week (September 27 to October 3), Iowa American Water is highlighting its commitment to providing customers with safe, clean, reliable water services. Iowa American Water's source water…...
Illinois EPA releases ‘Comprehensive Climate Action Plan’ to reach ‘net zero’ emissions
2+ week, 4+ day ago (242+ words) A new report says Illinois has made significant progress in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, but it's not yet on track to meet its net-zero goal by 2050. Released by the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, the Comprehensive Climate Action Plan outlines necessary…...
As power demand rises, Iowa falls back on coal
2+ week, 6+ day ago (815+ words) The Prairie Creek coal-powered plant is shown operating on a cold day in December 2022 in Cedar Rapids. Alliant Energy has converted the plant to natural gas, a move applauded by the Iowa Sierra Club. Before Iowa was the nation’s most…...
‘Fork in the road’: Iowa scientists call for investment in renewable energy
3+ week, 11+ hour ago (214+ words) Nearly 200 scientists representing over 30 colleges from around Iowa last week released their 2026 Climate Statement, which focused on the need for expanded renewable energy sources as data centers begin to take up more space on the stateâs electric grid. The…...
Iowa Cattlemen’s Association shares new policy goals to address cattle herd
3+ week, 1+ day ago (48+ words) The plan is called ‘Building Iowa’s Cattle Future Policy Package.’ It includes five state-level priorities designed to help Iowa maximize its role in rebuilding. The plan is called 'Building Iowa's Cattle Future Policy Package.' It includes five state-level priorities designed…...
Free arsenic testing kits for wells in some Iowa counties
3+ week, 1+ day ago (540+ words) A sample bottle of well water drawn by Allison Roderick, environmental health officer for Webster County, Iowa. A University of Iowa research project is attempting to develop a better understanding of arsenic in private drinking wells in Iowa and offering…...