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As power demand rises, Iowa falls back on coal
1+ day, 22+ hour 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+ day, 3+ 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…...
LETTER: More climate disasters prompt need for action
2+ week, 1+ day ago (140+ words) âHundreds feared dead in devastating Nepal floodâ are the latest in what seem to be almost daily reports of severe climate events. Climate change is increasing the likelihood and severity of many extreme weather events, underscoring the need for…...
Group: coal burned for electricity in Iowa has increased, wind still tops
2+ week, 4+ day ago (234+ words) A report from the Iowa Environmental Council shows an uptick in the use of fossil fuels for electric generation in the state. The IEC’s Steven Guyer says wind is still the top source, but the amount of power coming from…...