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The Governors’ Wind Energy Coalition announced today that it has added solar energy issues to the Coalition’s portfolio, following a unanimous vote from member governors. The Coalition also announced its new name: Governors’ Wind and Solar Energy Coalition

Gov. Terry E. Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds today released statements upon learning of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Renewable Fuel Standard volume levels proposal for 2014, 2015 and 2016. The proposal states the, “EPA is proposing volumes which, while be­low the volumes originally set by Congress, would increase renewable fuel use in the U.S. above historical levels and provide for steady growth over time.”

This investment, which will reach two-thirds of all homes in Bloomfield, will lead to energy cost savings and a reduced carbon footprint for the city’s plan to be a net-zero electric community by 2030.

DES MOINES - January 16, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- “Water Resource Restoration Sponsored Projects” will help cities, watershed organizations, landowners and others address local water quality problems. A total of $15 million will be available per year for watershed protection practices such as stream buffers, wetland restoration and green infrastructure

WASHINGTON, DC - August 3, 2012 - (RealEstateRama) -- U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Shaun Donovan and Iowa Attorney General Tom Miller announced today the launch of the National Mortgage Servicing Settlement’s first public service announcement (PSA) television ad titled “Homeowner Help.” The PSA, which can be viewed at www.hud.gov and www.nationalmortgagesettlement.com, is designed to educate homeowners about the resources available to them through the mortgage servicing settlement.

EUGENE, OR - February 28, 2011 - (RealEstateRama) -- Matthew Brisch of Howes & Jefferies Realtors has adopted a customized IDX solution from IDX, Inc. for his professional real estate website. As a member of the Clinton MLS (CLIN), Brisch has long has access to the immense database of property listings CLIN hosts. Now, clients of Brisch and potential buyers utilizing the innovative IDX solution he employs can experience an unprecedented level of access to CLIN listings conveniently from the Howes and Jefferies search page. The online property search in Clinton, Iowa has been revolutionized by IDX Broker and Matthew Brisch.

EUGENE, OR - November 16, 2010 - (RealEstateRama) -- IDX, Inc. welcomes Sue Westergard to the growing team of real estate professionals choosing to enable a custom IDX solution on their realty websites. Agents and brokers, like Westergard, have long had access to detailed property listings. Now, thanks to IDX Broker software, Westergard can support thousands of Spirit Lake MLS (SLMLS) listings directly on her real estate search page. Her website serves home seekers and their every need, by hosting a thorough and comprehensive database of property listings online.

August 20-21 Schedule for Governor Chet Culver. DES MOINES, IA - August 19, 2009 - (RealEstateRama) -- Later this week, Governor Chet Culver will be taking part in events that mark the state’s commitment to energy efficiency and green technology, commemorate a world-renowned native Iowan artist, and mark the 50th anniversary of one of the nation’s leading educational organizations.