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Oct. 10, 2007: Groups Suggest Renewable Energy Jobs

Iowa's potential with renewable energy has created a huge job pool, which only stands to grow in the future.

Des Moines Register
Groups Suggest Renewable Energy Jobs
By Perry Beeman and Donnelle Eller
Oct. 10, 2007
http://www.desmoinesregister.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071010/BUS...  ...read more »

Oct. 9, 2007: Landfill Leads Energy Efforts

Fargo's methane-burning generator at its landfill has attracted attention in renewable energy.

The Forum
Landfill Leads Energy Efforts
By Benny Polacca
Oct. 9, 2007
http://www.in-forum.com/News/articles/180354  ...read more »

Sept. 19, 2007: On Europe Trip, Culver Pitches Wind Energy Jobs

Governor Culver traveled to Europe to research renewable energy and make applications in Iowa.

Pioneer Press
On Europe Trip, Culver Pitches Wind Energy Jobs
By William Ryberg
Sept. 19, 2007
http://desmoinesregister.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070919/BUSINES...  ...read more »

Sept. 19, 2007: Governor Forms Energy Policy Committee

Governor Hoeven formed an energy policy committee to increase North Dakota's energy production and take better advantage of renewable energy.

The Forum
Governor Forms Energy Policy Committee
Associated Press
Sept. 19, 2007
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Sept. 5, 2007: Governor Culver Names Members of Iowa Power Fund Board

Governor Chet Culver announced the Iowans who will help the state invest $100 million in renewable energy.

Des Moines Register
Culver Names Members of Iowa Power Fund Board
By Jonathan Roos
Sept. 5, 2007
http://desmoinesregister.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070905/NEWS10/...  ...read more »

Sept. 4, 2007: Iowa Could be Energy Leader

Guest opinion writer Jearld Schnoor highlight's the possibilities and advantages of clean energy.

Iowa City Press-Citizen
Iowa Could be Energy Leader
By Jerald Schnoor
Sept. 4, 2007
http://www.press-citizen.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070904/OPINION...  ...read more »

Sept. 4, 2007: Ethanol, Wind Energy Stand to Benefit from Energy Bill

With its potential with wind energy and ethanol, Iowa is well poised for a Congressional energy bill.

Des Moines Register
Ethanol, Wind Energy Stand to Benefit from Energy Bill
Register Washington Bureau
By Philip Brasher
Sept. 4, 2007
http://www.desmoinesregister.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070904/BUS...  ...read more »

June 8, 2007: Opponents Line Up to Block Alliant Proposed Transmission System Sale

Many Midwesterners oppose Alliant Energy's New Energy for a New Generation plan on the ground that it may expose customers to rate increases and impact the development of the renewable energy industry.  ...read more »

June 5, 2007: Proposed State Budget Changes Requirements for Renewable Energy

Wisconsin's Legislature amended the state budget proposal to remove a cap on how much hydroelectric power utilities could use to meet the state's renewable energy mandate.

News 13
Proposed State Budget Changes Requirements for Renewable Energy
June 5, 2007
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Tom Dorr

Title:
Undersecretary for rural development
Company:
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Date:

Ethanol and biodiesel are building out as fast as folks can pour concrete. Cellulosic ethanol is just over the horizon. Wind power is becoming competitive, and solar gets closer every year. This is an extraordinary opportunity."