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Extension's Energy Tips
(Posted on 3/12/2009)
New tips each month from ISU Extension and the U.S. Department of Energy!

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Time to Buy New Appliances?
(Posted on 1/19/2008)
If you haven’t been in the market for new appliances during the past several years, you’re going to be surprised at how innovative and energy-efficient appliances have become. You’ll find energy-smart appliance choices in almost all price ranges.

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Proper Ventilation for Year-Round Energy Savings
(Posted on 5/3/2007)
Proper ventilation is key to year-round energy savings. It protects your home from winter moisture damage and reduces summer heat buildup.

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Energy-Saving Can Save Big Dividends
(Posted on 10/4/2006)
The Iowa Energy Center has published three free resources. Filled with everyday energy-saving tips, the Home Series collection suggests practical ways to ease the demands of heating and electric bills.

News from Iowa State University Extension

Iowa Organic Conference Dec. 4-5 Marks Ninth Year
(Posted on 11/20/2009)
Iowa's organic conference will feature Jerry DeWitt as keynote speaker. DeWitt's work at ISU helped establish the nation's first organic research program at a land grant university.
Conference Will Focus on Agriculture-based Bioeconomy Solutions
(Posted on 11/16/2009)
Bioeconomy e-conferenceJames E Lovelock, called by some the paramedic to the planet, will offer the benefits of biochar as the first solution to greenhouse gases during his keynote address at the start of the conference.
RUSLE2 and P Index Workshops for Manure and Nutrient Plan Writers Offered by ISU Extension
(Posted on 11/11/2009)
ISU Extension workshop provides RUSLE2 software orientation, includes real field examples to determine risk calculations of the Iowa P Index and covers parameters for RUSLE2 and P Index calculations on snow-covered or frozen ground.
New Publication Examines On-Farm Energy Use
(Posted on 11/3/2009)
“Farm Energy: How Much Energy Is Being Used on Your Farm?” (PM 2089A), is available to download from the ISU Extension Online Store. The publication offers initial steps that help farmers analyze their farm energy use.

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Staff

John Holmes-Agronomy Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 532-3453
Fax: (515) 532-3415
Email: jdholmes@iastate.edu

Russ Euken-Swine and Beef Field Specialist
Phone: (641) 923-2856
Fax:
Email: reuken@iastate.edu

Kapil Arora-Ag. Engineering Field Specialist
Phone: (515) 382-6551
Fax: (515) 382-2696
Email: pbtiger@iastate.edu

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