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Tiny turbines help Iowa researchers test wind
Engineers at Iowa State University in Ames are using tiny, 10-inch wind turbine models to test how hills, valleys and turbine placement can affect the power output of wind farms -
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Iowa researcher looks to toughen up wind turbines
A University of Iowa mechanical engineering professor who's spent much of his research career studying how subtle design changes affect the durability of large military vehicles is working with the wind industry to design a tougher turbine.
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New transmission line would ease Iowa wind bottleneck
A proposed transmission line from Iowa to Chicago would help wind developers build in more desirable - and less populated - locations.
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Funding for farm-based energy projects in question
A USDA program that helps farmers benefit from renewable energy, like this biodigester in Wisconsin, is expected to have its funding drastically reduced as part of this year's farm bill.
Photo via USDABy Drew Kerr .
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In Iowa, utility nixes city's solar leasing arrangement
The city of Dubuque, Iowa, wants to install 800 solar panels atop its public works building. But Alliant Energy says the city's agreement to buy power from a private solar company is illegal.
Photo via City of DubuqueBy Kari Lydersen .
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With tax credit in doubt, wind industry ponders future
As a federal tax credit for wind production nears expiration, wind developers prepare for another downturn. But can the wind industry still thrive without this subsidy?
Photo by Bev Currie via Creative CommonsBy Drew Kerr .
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Midwest states get $268 million for high-speed trains
The U.S. Department of Transportation this week awarded $268 million to Iowa, Illinois, Michigan and Missouri for the purchase of high-speed trains.By Ken Paulman .
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Air cleanup plan a tough sell in Iowa town
Plans to reduce air pollution and strong odors from a coal-powered ethanol, alcohol and grain mill in Iowa's most polluted city were met with skepticism by some area residents last night.By B. Adam Burke .
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Minnesota, Illinois lead in wind power additions
The wind power industry installed 1,118 MW during the first quarter of the year alone and that Minnesota and Illinois are leading the charge in new installations.By Molly Priesmeyer .
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For industrial Iowa town, air quality solution is elusive
Muscatine, Iowa, has the worst air quality in the state, and is again under EPA scrutiny after years of maintaining allowable air pollution levels. But plans to clean up emissions won't be adopted for several years, leaving residents in a haze of regulation and red tape.By B. Adam Burke .
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