Biodiesel Facility Regulatory Assistance Guide, 2008

This guide is a general outline for bio diesel facilities on potential regulatory requirements and regulatory agency approval times. Much of the information is related to environmental permitting by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). Your facility’s permit requirements may differ depending upon the specific operations planned. Information is also provided about regulatory requirements administered by the Iowa Workforce Development, Labor Services Division and the Iowa Department of Public Safety, Fire Marshal Division. Requirements established by local units of government may also apply. Be sure to contact the city in which the facility will be located or the county if the facility is not located in a city, to identify these requirements.

IOWA Environmental Guide for Business,

Growing Iowa’s economy and sustaining vibrant healthy communities depends upon protecting the state’s environmental and natural resources. The Iowa Environmental Guide is designed to identify Iowa’s environmental compliance requirements and to provide expert resources to assist you with sustainable business solutions that protect the environment and enhance your bottom-line. The Iowa Department of Economic Development (IDED) Business and Regulatory Assistance Team is a non-regulatory, confidential point of contact to assist your company or organization in identifying permitting requirements, finding expert resources, communicating with the appropriate agencies, and in establishing a productive partnership with Iowa state government.

Ethanol Facility Regulatory Assistance Guide, May 19, 2008

This guide is a general outline for ethanol facilities on potential regulatory requirements and regulatory agency approval times. Much of the information is related to environmental permitting by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). Your facility’s permit requirements may differ depending upon the specific operations planned. Information is also provided about regulatory requirements administered by the Iowa Workforce Development, Labor Services Division and the Iowa Department of Public Safety, Fire Marshal Division. Requirements established by local units of government may also apply. Be sure to contact the city in which the facility will be located or the county if the facility is not located in a city, to identify these requirements.

Environmental Services - Recycling Technical Assistance,

Iowa is one of the more progressive recycling states in the U.S. due in large part to its environmental technical assistance programs for business. The Iowa Department of Economic Development (IDED), Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), the Recycle Reuse Technology Transfer Center (RRTTC) and the Iowa Waste Reduction Center (IWRC) work together to offer services that help businesses save money, increase operational efficiencies, enhance regulatory compliance and manage difficult waste management issues.

Water Quality Water Advocacy, September 14, 2007

Iowa’s surface and ground water serves as a precious resource for industries, businesses and communities and provides state citizens and visitors with invaluable cultural and recreational opportunities. While water quality is regulated by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), compliance assistance is available through the Iowa Department of Economic Development (IDED) Water Quality Advocacy Program.

IOWATER, Vol. 1, no.1, Winter 2000

Water fact sheet for Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Geological Bureau.

IOWATER, Vol. 1, no.2, Summer 2000

Water fact sheet for Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Geological Bureau.

IOWATER, Vol. 2, no.1, Winter 2001

Water fact sheet for Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Geological Bureau.

IOWATER, Vol. 2, no.1, Winter 2001

Water fact sheet for Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Geological Bureau.

IOWATER, Vol. 2, no.2, Spring 2001

Water fact sheet for Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Geological Bureau.

IOWATER, Vol. 2, no.1, Summer 2001

Water fact sheet for Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Geological Bureau.

IOWATER, Vol. 2, no.3, Summer 2001

Water fact sheet for Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Geological Bureau.

IOWATER, Vol. 2, no.4, Fall 2001

Water fact sheet for Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Geological Bureau.

IOWATER, Vol. 3, no.1, Winter 2002

Water fact sheet for Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Geological Bureau.

IOWATER, Vol. 3, no.2, Spring 2002

Water fact sheet for Iowa Department of Natural Resources and the Geological Bureau.