Category Archives: Environment Iowa

An Iowa Perspective: BP Well From Hell v.World’s Largest Slaughterhouse

Posted on July 22, 2010 by bfiamollyreagan

An Iowa Perspective: BP Well From Hell v. World's Largest Slaughterhouse Submitted by Molly Regan I used to think Triumph's proposed slaughterhouse was the worst thing that could happen…this new disaster trumps all. ~ Well from Hell Destined to be … Continue reading →

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Iowa To Be Affected By Largest Slaughterhouse Ever

Posted on June 23, 2010 by bfiamollyreagan

Iowa To Be Affected By Largest Slaughterhouse Ever by Molly Regan “…the tip of the environmental disaster iceberg” Several miles from where the John Deere Classic golf tournament is held in Rock Island county Illinois, is the proposed location of a … Continue reading →

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Iowa House Kills Flood Prevention Bill

Posted on March 6, 2010 by Trish Nelson

Iowa House Kills Flood Prevention Bill While our legislators in the Iowa House were busy giving $15 million to Warren Buffet and MidAmerican Energy, (see Paul Deaton's post below) they have oddly decided that there is no money in the … Continue reading →

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2009 QC Earth Charter Summit – Local Foods

Posted on September 23, 2009 by bfiacarolinevernon

2009 QC Earth Charter SummitBuilding a Local Foods Movement By Caroline Vernon You’re invited to attend! The 2009 Quad Cities Earth Charter Summit“Building a Local Foods Movement”Saturday, September 26, 2009, 9am-3pmAugustana College – Wallenberg HallLocal Food is the theme of … Continue reading →

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Mindfully Green in 2009 and Beyond

Posted on January 2, 2009 by bfiacarolinevernon

Happy New Year progressive family! I wanted to share with you all the details of the upcoming Inaugural Ball here in the Quad Cities at the Davenport River Center on January 20th… but that will have to be the subject … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Renewable Energy on Winter Solstice Sunday in Iowa City

Posted on December 21, 2008 by Trish Nelson

EVENT POSTPONED: Join I-Renew to Celebrate Renewable Energy on Winter Solstice Tonight in Iowa City Postponed: watch this space for new date and time… I-Renew Winter Solstice Event for tonight…Due to unfavorable weather conditions for today and this evening, I-Renew … Continue reading →

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Johnson County Ballot: Say YES to Conservation on November 4th

Posted on October 10, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Johnson County Ballot: Say YES to Conservation on November 4th Citizens for Our Land, Water and FutureThis November 4th we will have the opportunity to vote for a $20 million investment over the next 20 years for increased water and … Continue reading →

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Green-collar Jobs in Iowa

Posted on October 7, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Green-collar Jobs in Iowa by Brianne Sanchez, Des Moines RegisterState Senator Ron Hogg (of Linn County, Iowa) wants to add more green to the wardrobes of young professionals in Des Moines. The term “green collar” is a buzzword in the … Continue reading →

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Quad City Earth Summit, Oct. 11, 2008, Davenport

Posted on September 29, 2008 by bfialindathieman

Quad City Earth Charter Summit, Oct. 11, 2008, Davenport Global Climate Change: Generating Hope and EnergyJoin them for a day of exploring facts and possibilities. Walk away with hope for the future and energy to make a difference.Saturday, October 11th, … Continue reading →

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Climate Justice: Promoting Equity in Dealing with Climate Change

Posted on May 1, 2008 by bfiasamgarchik

Climate Justice: Promoting Equity in Dealing with Climate Change By Progressive States Network Too often, the impact that policies and measures have on low-income and marginalized communities is considered only as an after thought, if at all. Climate change policies … Continue reading →

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