A major renovation effort to improve water quality in Easter Lake in Des Moines has received a national award presented to public clean water utilities for outstanding contributions to environmental…
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Iowa to Consider Proposal to Update Underground Tank Rules
A proposal to update the Iowa Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR’s) underground tank rules is up for approval at the Iowa Environmental Protection Commission’s November 17 business meeting. The proposed…
Iowa Offers Tips on Putting Fall Leaves to Good Use
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is reaching out to the public with tips on putting those piles of fall leaves to good use. Leaves, branches, and other landscape…
Iowa Storage Capacity Grants Help Food Pantries, Reduce Landfill Waste
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has awarded more than $200,000 to 35 recipients in Food Storage Capacity grants, which helps organizations expand storage and cold storage of donated…
Iowa Issues Asbestos Guidelines to Deal with Derecho Debris
Following the derecho earlier this month, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) issued guidelines to protect health and safety amid the cleanup of storm-damaged buildings. DNR says citizens who…
States Exercise Enforcement Discretion, Provide Other Flexibility amid COVID-19
A number of state environmental agencies are providing enforcement discretion and/or other regulatory flexibility to assist regulated entities during the COVID-19 crisis. While many states urge the regulated community to…
Iowa Helps Bring Back Mussels through Land Conservation Partnership
In a significant water quality success, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) participated in a long-term land conservation project to reduce soil runoff into the Upper Iowa River and…
Iowa Unveils ‘EASY Air’ for Title V Permitting Applications
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has unveiled the latest in online technology to make it easier for companies to submit air quality permit applications. Businesses can now submit…
Iowa Asks Public to Weigh in on Impaired Waters
The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is seeking public comment on its newly released draft impaired waters list. The document recommends the removal of 27 impairments from the 2018…
Iowa Offers ‘Top Three’ Tips for Handling Fall Leaves
With autumn in full swing, the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is urging the public not to send the precious nutrients in fallen leaves up in smoke. “Instead, put…