Food, Beverage & Organics
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 communities in Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.
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 breweries nationwide.
IWRC goes on the road as fall conference season gets underway
Autumn in Iowa brings a welcoming crispness to the air and an abundance of color and stunning views. It makes it really hard to stay in the office. So, why fight it! The IWRC hits the road to a variety of conferences across Iowa. See where we will be and stop by to say hi!
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 commitment to minimizing their environmental impact.
Celebrating Earth Day 2024
Every day is Earth Day for the Iowa Waste Reduction Center (IWRC) but that doesn’t mean we don’t participate in the nationally dedicated Earth Day efforts.
Getting the Dirt on Composting and Energy
The beautiful mid March weather has us in the mood to open our windows, break out the planters, and begin stirring the dirt in gardens. Read on the hear how IWRC Environmental Specialist Jason Clay introduced composting and energy conservation to Dayton, IA residents.
Conference Season is in Full Swing for the IWRC
The first quarter of 2024 is a busy time for IWRC staff with conferences and professional development opportunities. Learn where you can find IWRC staff this 2024 Spring conference season.
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 new Board of Directors President.
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 has kept sustainability in mind and continue to build on that foundation.
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 located on site. Learn was their efforts have resulted in...