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2nd Sunday Garden Forum: Iowa’s Path to Sustainability, a panel discussion lead by Connie Mutel

Iowa City Public Library 123 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA, United States

Ecologist and writer Connie Mutel, will moderate today's panel  "Iowa's Path to Sustainability" based on the book Tending Iowa's Land - Pathways to a Sustainable Future. Connie assembled a cast of premier Iowa scientists and environmental activists to write Tending Iowa’s Land (University of Iowa Press, 2022) which examined our state’s current environmental problems and lead […]

Bur Oak Land Trust Prairie Preview

Iowa City Senior Center 28 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA, United States

Meaningful environmental work is happening in Iowa and we want to share the good news with you! Get ready to learn about the many programs and projects impacting our local outdoors at Bur Oak Land Trust's Prairie Preview. More than 30 organizations will share ways for nature enthusiasts to get involved from 4:30-7 p.m. Thursday, March 28 at the Iowa City Senior Center in downtown Iowa City at 28 S. Linn St. This event is free and open to the public.

Wide Lens: CLIMATE

Old Capitol Senate Chambers 21 N. Clinton St., Iowa City, IA, United States

Rising seas, toxic rivers, deforestation, smoke-filled air—headlines remind us daily of the local, national, and international impacts of climate change. Join us for a wild pecha kucha ride through the effects of climate change with researchers who also tirelessly seek solutions. World-renowned climate scientist, Jerald Schnoor will open with big picture issues. That will set the stage for artist Isabel Barbuzza’s work […]

IIHR River Clean-Up

C. Maxwell Stanley Hydraulics Laboratory 300 S. Riverside Drive, Iowa City, IA, United States

IIHR—Hydroscience and Engineering is organizing a river clean-up along the sidewalk and river bank along South Riverside Drive. If you are interested in volunteering and receiving more information, please sign-up. Volunteers will meet at 10:00 am at the Stanley Hydraulics Lab Plaza. Necessary safety equipment and supplies will be provided, as well as safety waivers. […]

Iowa Water Conference

Hyatt Regency 300 E 9th St, Coralville, IA, United States

The Iowa Water Conference is a unique opportunity for water, climate, urban, agriculture, and natural resource professionals to collaborate and exchange ideas. We welcome submissions from researchers, practitioners, and advocates who actively contribute to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. This year, the conference theme is “Life Depends on Water. Water Depends on You.”  Iowa’s source […]

Iowa Geological Survey Field Trip

Land of the Swamp White Oak Preserve 1335 231st St, Letts,, IA, United States

The IGS invites partners, stakeholders, and interested citizens to join a tour of the Muscatine County area on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to learn more about the region.

Participants will meet at Land of the Swamp White Oak Preserve. Transportation to each site and lunch will be provided.

Space is limited to the first 30 registrants. Please RSVP by Sept. 20 to reserve your spot.

Growing Sustainable Communities Conference

Grand River Convention Center 500 Bell St, Dubuque, United States

The Growing Sustainable Communities Conference offers innovation, education, inspiration, and collaboration on growing sustainable communities.

Iowa PFAS Conference: Learn, Connect and Explore

The Graduate Iowa City 210 South Dubuque Street, Iowa City, United States

The 2025 Iowa PFAS Conference will be held April 15-16, 2025, at the Graduate by Hilton Iowa City and the University of Iowa campus.

3rd Annual Earth Day Celebration at Fairport Fish Hatchery

Fairport Fish Hatchery 3390 Highway 22, Fairport, United States

Join us at the Fairport Fish Hatchery on April 26th for the 3rd annual Earth Day Celebration! Explore the historic interpretive trails, check out the new education pavilion, and enjoy talks from notable speakers.