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2023 Workshop Presentations
- 2024-2028 Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Plan - Erin Rasmussen
- Building a sustainable and reliable grid - Justin Foss
- How to Solve the EV Challenge - Joel Zook
- Sustainable Grid - MidAmerican Energy
- SVP, Renewable Generation & Compliance - Michael Fehr
- Energy Trends Workshop - Kari Gehrke
- EV Charging impacts IEC grant to ISU - Anne Kimber
- Grid Resilience Funding - Stephanie Weisenbach
- IEDA Energy Office Updates & Federal Funding Programs - Selinger, Geerts, Buckingham
- Renewable Dreams, Hydrocarbon Realities, And The Real Fuels Of The Future - Robert Bryce
- The Future of RNG as an Energy Source in Iowa - Dr. Craig Just
Additional Resources
Does your business need assistance in identifying mechanisms to finance energy reduction and generation projects? The IWRC is excited to announce the final webinar in our free IWRC Energy Efficiency Webinar Series. Funded through a grant from the Iowa Economic Development Authorities Energy Program, this webinar aims to highlight various state and federal programs that can assist Iowa businesses in finding finance options for energy reduction and generation projects.
The IWRC hosted this webinar on Thursday, May 13th 2021.
To view the recording of this webinar, please click below
Presentation Highlights
IADG's Energy Bank | View Presentation
Bruce Nuzum: Iowa Area Development Group
Bruce Nuzum of the Iowa Area Development Group will overview IADG's Energy Bank. A low interest revolving loan fund established to help Iowa commercial businesses become more energy efficient. The program targets Iowa manufacturers, but is open to all commercial businesses. Eligible projects for this low-interest funding include equipment replacement, conversion of existing lighting to LED, as well as building improvements related to energy efficiency. As a part of the presentation, Bruce will review project eligibility, loan terms, and program and compliance requirements.
USDA Grant Programs Available to Iowa Businesses
Jeff Jobe: United States Department of Agriculture
This presentation is designed to provide information on the various USDA grant programs available to Iowa businesses for energy reduction and generation projects. Jeff Jobe will overview eligibility requirements, available funding, and application timelines.
Iowa Energy Center's Successful Grant and Loan Programs | View Presentation
Amber Buckingham: Iowa Economic Development Authority
The Iowa Energy Center, administered by the Iowa Economic Development Authority, strives to provide resources to Iowa organizations in the research, education, and technology application fields. The overall goal is to reduce energy usage and benefit Iowa utility ratepayers. Amber Buckingham from IEDA will discuss the Iowa Energy Center's successful grant and loan programs, their impacts on the state, application requirements, and the future of these programs.