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2026 Iowa Environmental Council Annual Conference
Date and Location: Tuesday, September 29, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Olmsted Center, Drake University, Des Moines.
Admission: General tickets – $60; Free for students (pre-registration required).
Keynotes:
- Opening Keynote: Tamara Dean – “River Bellwethers”, focusing on protecting freshwater mussels through community activism. Book signing to follow.
- Closing Panel: “Protect Water Prevent Cancer: Agriculture, Environment, and Public Health United for the Change Iowa Needs” featuring discussions with various stakeholders on environmental and health intersections.
Educational Sessions: Nine sessions will cover various topics, including:
- Pesticides in Iowa: Research on pesticide impact on health and water quality.
- Youth Leadership on Climate and Justice: Student advocates sharing their environmental initiatives.
- From Pinhook Farm to the Gulf: A family’s insights on their Mississippi River water journey and responsibility in environmental stewardship.
- Planning Iowa’s Energy Future: Future electricity generation insights with Iowa Utilities Commission officials.
Goal: Equip attendees with practical knowledge to advocate for real solutions to Iowa’s environmental challenges.
Registration: Click here for full schedule and registration.
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