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Based out of ISU, the Center implements broad-based research on resources and environmental policy, agricultural trade policy, food and nutrition policy and rural and economic development policy.

Based out of Univ. of Iowa, the Center promotes interdisciplinary research efforts that focus on the multiple aspects of global environmental change, including regional effects.

Published in 1998.

This document suggests an environmental agenda for Iowa and describes how Iowans can address both local and global environmental problems.

From the Polk County Conservation website.

When page loads, in left sidebar click on "search by state" and scroll down to Iowa. Info from a 1995 publication.

Interactive map - zoom in on Iowa or click on Iowa in the destinations section. This site recommends travel routes and businesses that are environmentally responsible or green friendly.

A program aimed at preserving, planting, and maintaining vegetation along Iowa's roadsides.

Provides links to check water quality in various areas.

Founded in 1994, IEC is an alliance of diverse organizations and individuals. The IEC works with Iowans to protect the natural environment.

Sponsored by the Iowa Small Business Development Center and the Iowa Waste Reduction Center, this initiative includes both state and federal resources for handling and minimizing waste and pollution in business and industry.

A grassroots organization of over 800 members dedicated to creating awareness of and preservation of the tallgrass prairie.

A sampling of the most credible articles available about wetlands and riparian areas in Iowa or, in some cases, the region. When possible, a text version of these articles is provided directly through this web site.

This is a combination of information from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the American Nuclear Society. Clickable map - pick a state and find power plants.

Covers Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and 9 Tribal Nations.

Works closely with businesses across the state to develop innovative and economically sound environmental programs to grow the economy while protecting the environment.

Provides information about National Priorities List sites in Iowa, including site location by county, name that links to the site Fact Sheet, CERCLIS ID that links to the site narrative, and dates of listing actions that link to Federal Register notices.

Mission is to broadly address ecological and population concerns throughout the Nation's heartland.

Sponsored by the Northeast-Midwest Institute.

From the U.S.G.S. website.

Provides information on indoor air quality issues such as radon and mold.