Energy

Last week the Des Moines City Council approved ordinances aimed at preventing those who are homeless from camping or sleeping on public property.

President Biden has announced support for policy changes to the U.S. Supreme Court, but is there a political path to making them a reality?

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has adopted new energy standards for residential construction projects funded by the agency.

A one-acre solar farm produces as much energy as approximately 100 acres of ethanol from corn. Why isn't Iowa taking advantage?

The franchise fee would help pay for 20% more law enforcement officers and more community amenities.

A one-acre solar farm produces as much energy as approximately 100 acres of ethanol from corn. Why isn't Iowa taking advantage?

Some people who live in the Iowa Great Lakes region want new restrictions for wind energy development.

Host Ben Kieffer discusses some of the week's headlines, including new funding for renewable energy in rural areas, the closure of Iowa Wesleyan University and more.

Environmental advocates and groups advocating for older and low-income Iowans have raised concerns about how the governor’s bill to merge and reorganize state agencies could impact the rates Iowans pay for electricity and natural gas.

A home improvement expert shares what tax incentives are available to make homes more energy efficient and answers callers' home maintenance questions.