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Textile Brewing joins the ranks of Platinum certified Green Breweries
Textile Brewing has been awarded Platinum level certification from the Iowa Green Brewery Certification (IGBC) program. The IGBC is an environmental assistance program of the Iowa Waste Reduction Center (IWRC) at the University of Northern Iowa.
Eastern IA businesses receive free assistance
Businesses classified by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) as minor sources in counties throughout the eastern portion of the state may be required to submit the Minor Source Emissions Inventory (MSEI) by May 15, 2025.
Midwest rural communities recipient of compost training program
The Iowa Waste Reduction Center (IWRC) at the University of Northern Iowa is launching the Rural Compost Operations and Compost Use Training Project funded by the USDA Rural Utilities Service Solid Waste Management Grant Program. This project aims to support rural…
Changes coming to IWRC's Online Painter Training
Over the past year, the Iowa Waste Reduction Center staff have been working on an update to the Online Painter Training course provided through our website.
Iowa Waste Reduction Center Receives $175,159 P2 Grant to Enhance Brewery Pollution Prevention Programs
The Iowa Waste Reduction Center (IWRC) has been awarded a Pollution Prevention (P2) Grant funded by US EPA’s P2 Program. This grant will support our P2 in Breweries for TAPs (Technical Assistance Programs) Project, aimed at enhancing pollution prevention practices in…
New Scam Targeting Businesses
The Environmental Protection Agency Office of Inspector General has issued a fraud alert regarding a new and increasingly prevalent phishing scam targeting businesses. Read our article that breaks down the scam and provides business with a resource for your…
PRESS RELEASE: Big Grove Des Moines certified Platinum
Big Grove Brewery and Taproom in Des Moines has achieved platinum level certification from the Iowa Green Brewery Certification (IGBC) program. As the first brewery to have two facilities certified at the platinum level, Big Grove has demonstrated a company-wide…
Exile Brewing Co. Wins Award at 2024 World Beer Cup
Often referred to as “The Olympics of Beer,” the World Beer Cup recognizes international brewing excellence. See which Iowa Green Brewery Certified Brewery took home a silver award this year.
PRESS RELEASE: Air source heat pump (ASHP) training summit for HVAC contractors is coming to Des Moines this April
In partnership with the Iowa Waste Reduction Center at the University of Northern Iowa, the Midwest Air Source Heat Pump (ASHP) Collaborative will be hosting a free training summit on the morning of April 23rd in Des Moines, Iowa. Learn more about the training summit to be…
PRESS RELEASE: IWRC offers free training for minor source emissions inventory
Businesses classified by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) as minor sources in counties throughout the western portion of the state may be required to submit the Minor Source Emissions Inventory (MSEI) by May 15, 2023.
PRESS RELEASE: IWRC’s Jennifer Trent to serve as the President of the US Composting Council
The USCC is a robust, action-packed, forward-thinking organization that advances compost manufacturing, compost utilization, and organics recycling to benefit its members, society and the environment and it has just named Iowa Waste Reduction Center’s Jennifer Trent as its…
PRESS RELEASE: Paha Cider is the First Cidery Certified by the Iowa Green Brewery Certification
Waverly, Iowa- Paha Cider has been awarded gold level certification from the Iowa Green Brewery Certification (IGBC) program. Paha Cider opened its doors in the second half of 2023 with sustainability as a core focus from the beginning. From the ground up, Paha…
PRESS RELEASE: Alluvial Brewing Company achieves gold level Iowa Green Brewery Certification
Alluvial, located on the northwest edge of Ames, has made sustainability a core focus throughout their business including sourcing local ingredients, maximizing the overall efficiency of their entire brewing operation and using waste grain and water to benefit the CSA farm…
IWRC Now Offering Free Energy Assessments
Leaks in a compressed air system can result in significant energy loss, and potentially cost a business thousands of dollars. The Iowa Waste Reduction Center at the University of Northern Iowa is offering free energy assessments for Iowa small businesses. The services…
NEWS RELEASE: Iowa Strategic Goals Program Workshop Spring 2023
Wouldn’t it be nice if regulators would provide hints and tips to help you better understand what is required of your business? Would you like the opportunity to meet with regulators and industry experts in a small setting where questions are welcome? Join us…
PRESS RELEASE: IWRC to Host Second Annual Energy Trends Workshop
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa - After a successful inaugural event in 2022, the Iowa Waste Reduction Center (IWRC), in partnership with the Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency (IAEE), announces the second annual Energy Trends Workshop on Thursday, May 4 from 8:30 am – 4:00 p.m. at…
PRESS RELEASE: IWRC offers free training for minor source emissions inventory
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa - All portable plants as well as businesses classified by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) as minor sources in counties throughout the central portion of the state may be required to submit the Minor Source Emissions Inventory (MSEI) by May…
PRESS RELEASE: NoCoast Beer Co. Achieves Iowa Green Brewery Platinum Certification
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa - We are excited to congratulate NoCoast Beer Co., out of Oskaloosa, IA, on achieving the Iowa Green Brewery Certification's Platinum award. NoCoast Beer Co. surpassed their bronze-level certification by furthering their environmental efforts and will be…
PRESS RELEASE: IWRC's Jennifer Trent to serve on the Des Moines Climate Action & Adaptation Plan Technical Advisory Group (TAG)
CEDAR FALLS, Iowa - The City of Des Moines is developing its first Climate Action & Adaptation Plan to address greenhouse gas emissions and help the community become more resilient to the effects of climate change. The Iowa Waste Reduction Center’s Jennifer Trent was…
PRESS RELEASE: Iowa Composting Council Seeks Board Nominations
Nominations are currently being accepted for a seat on the Board of Directors for the Iowa Composting Council (IACC), a state chapter of the US Composting Council. Our membership focuses on public, commercial, and agricultural sectors of the industry.