SUPPORTING WINDS OF CHANGE
By harnessing the power of wind energy, we’re creating a better, cleaner future for Iowa.
Power Up Iowa is a statewide coalition of renewable energy supporters advocating for local, state and federal policies and initiatives that enhance Iowa’s wind energy investment. By educating, raising awareness, and participating in conversations with our state’s leaders, Power Up Iowa will help make the case for renewable energy investment to revive and drive our local economies.
Iowans can be proud to say that our state ranks second in total installed wind energy, trailing only Texas. Our commitment to wind has meant new jobs, a bigger tax base, more benefits for our farmers and boosts to our rural communities.
IMPACT ON IOWA’S ECONOMY
In 2018, over one third (34 percent) of Iowa’s energy came from the wind.
Today, Iowa produces enough wind energy to power 2,085,100 homes.
Nearly 10,000 jobs in Iowa are directly or indirectly supported by wind projects.
“Wind energy is a huge economic driver in Iowa. It creates thousands of jobs, provides a predictable financial stream for farmers and is revitalizing rural communities across the Midwest. Wind energy is a clean, efficient and cost-effective part of America’s all-of-the-above energy strategy and helps ensure the nation’s energy dominance and independence. I’m grateful every day to be able to work on behalf of Iowans and Iowa wind energy in the United States Senate.”
— U.S. Senator Charles Grassley
RESOURCES & NEWS
Learn more about the importance of wind energy, how to bring more of it to Iowa and its economic overall impact.
Iowa Leaders Announce Power Up Iowa
Iowa leaders announce Power Up Iowa, new coalition for state wind industry Iowa officials have announced plans to continue to push the state forward as a national wind [...]
Wind Industry Hires Senior Iowa State legislator
Wind industry hires senior Iowa state legislator to advance policy in the “American Wind Belt” Navy veteran Jeff Danielson will lead AWEA’s Central Region state policy program after [...]
Corporate Wind Deals Benefit Local Communities
How do corporate wind deals benefit local communities? by Anna Hofmann More than ever, companies are looking to power their businesses using wind energy. Across the world, [...]
Iowa’s Wind Power Impact
Wind projects support nearly 10,000 Iowa jobs, new investments, and access to clean energy like never before. With continued support, over 17,000 wind-related jobs and over $9 billion [...]