Air Quality permits under review 1/14/2021 1:30:00 PM View Count 1336 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
Air Quality permits under review 1/7/2021 11:30:00 AM View Count 1468 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
Air Quality permits under review 12/31/2020 11:22:00 AM View Count 1617 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements. We encourage public comments on draft permits, providing help on how to make effective comments. Submit written comments to the assigned permit writer before 4:30 p.m. on the last day of the comment period. DNR considers public comments befor...
Air Quality permits under review 12/17/2020 11:30:00 AM View Count 1848 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
Temporary Fix for the EASY Air Error Message 12/15/2020 1:21:00 PM View Count 2190 Some EASY Air users are getting an error message that says "The information you're about to submit is not secure" when logging into EASY Air using the Chrome browser. A recent patch to the Chrome browser appears to be causing this error in combination with http redirects.
Stay safe as Iowa lakes freeze over 12/15/2020 12:48:00 PM View Count 1665 The recent blast of arctic air is growing ice on lakes and ponds over much of Iowa. Anglers are ready to get out for the popular early ice fishing season.
EASY Air—a success in its first year 12/10/2020 11:59:00 AM View Count 1392 DES MOINES—“Best system in the country,” says one EASY Air user, a consultant from Cumming.
Air Quality permits under review 12/10/2020 11:54:00 AM View Count 1442 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
DNR assists as city of Fairfield stops wastewater release 12/8/2020 7:04:00 PM View Count 1408 FAIRFIELD - Tuesday morning, the DNR assisted the city of Fairfield with an ongoing wastewater overflow east of the Maharishi International University Recreation Center.
DNR releases latest draft of 303d impaired waters list 12/1/2020 4:23:00 PM View Count 2884 DES MOINES -- The Iowa Department of Natural Resources is seeking public comment on the newly released draft impaired waters list. Data released by the Iowa DNR today shows 99 impairments are recommended to be removed from the 303d impairment list, once approved by the EPA.
New form makes it EASY to request equipment deactivation in Iowa EASY Air 12/1/2020 9:18:00 AM View Count 2095 The DNR’s EASY Air team has created a Facility Equipment Deactivation Form that provides companies with an “EASY” way to request the DNR deactivate existing equipment at the facility in Iowa EASY Air.
Air Toxics Update: Iron and Steel Foundries 11/30/2020 1:18:00 PM View Count 1708 EPA recently updated several federal regulations for hazardous air pollutants (also known as HAP or air toxics). EPA’s actions address the Risk and Technology Review (RTR) required under the U.S. Clean Air Act.
Quick action stops manure spill in Jefferson County 11/25/2020 4:41:00 PM View Count 1539 FAIRFIELD - DNR staff followed up today on a manure spill that occurred about 6:30 p.m. Monday.
Air Toxics Update: New Requirements for Paper and Other Web Coating 11/24/2020 9:13:00 AM View Count 1546 EPA recently updated several federal regulations for hazardous air pollutants (also known as HAP or air toxics). EPA’s actions address the Risk and Technology Review (RTR) required under the U.S. Clean Air Act.
EASY Air Permit Rescission Module Live 11/20/2020 1:47:00 PM View Count 2266 Iowa DNR is pleased to announce the Iowa DNR Environmental Application System (Iowa EASY Air) will now accept construction permit rescission requests through a new application module.
Air Quality permits under review 11/19/2020 11:54:00 AM View Count 1723 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
Air Quality permits under review 11/12/2020 2:07:00 PM View Count 1351 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review.
Plan to participate in the Air Quality Client Contact meeting on November 19 11/9/2020 1:29:00 PM View Count 1331 Stay up-to-date on current events and upcoming changes in DNR’s air quality program. Plan to attend an open forum with DNR staff at the Air Quality Client Contact Meeting at 1 p.m. on Thursday, November 19. The meeting can be accessed virtually and by teleconference.
Air Quality permits under review 11/5/2020 11:42:00 AM View Count 1874 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
Join us Nov. 10 for EASY Air Title V permit "how-to" webinar. 11/2/2020 10:22:00 AM View Count 2007 Sign up now to learn how to use DNR’s Environmental Application System (EASY Air)—an easier online system to apply for construction and Title V operating permits.
Air Quality permits under review 10/29/2020 1:28:00 PM View Count 1662 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality.
Air Quality permits under review 10/15/2020 12:25:00 PM View Count 1613 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
EASY Air Construction Permit training webinar rescheduled for October 28 10/9/2020 2:09:00 PM View Count 1563 The “how-to” webinar on using DNR’s Environmental Application System (EASY Air) to submit construction permit applications has been postponed due to low enrollment. It's not all bad news though - during the Oct. 28 webinar we will be able to show you several new features that will be installed later this month.
Air Quality permits under review 10/8/2020 12:07:00 PM View Count 1725 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
Six community trout stocking locations ready for anglers to catch trout 10/6/2020 1:35:00 PM View Count 10330 The Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) released between 1,000 to 2,000 rainbow trout at six of the 18 community trout stocking locations across Iowa as part of its cool weather trout program that brings trout to areas that cannot support them during the summer.
Air Quality permits under review 10/1/2020 1:42:00 PM View Count 1376 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
Join us Oct. 7 for EASY Air construction permit “how-to” webinar 9/25/2020 9:07:00 AM View Count 1922 Sign up now to learn how to use DNR’s Environmental Application System (EASY Air)—an easier online system to apply for construction and Title V operating permits.
Air Quality permits under review 9/24/2020 12:57:00 PM View Count 1513 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality.
Union Hills checks all the boxes as a destination area 9/8/2020 3:09:00 PM View Count 3938 Union Hills Wildlife Area’s network of wetlands and prairie has that been-here-forever kind of feel to it.
Air Toxics Update: Miscellaneous Organic Chemical Manufacturing (MON) 9/8/2020 2:23:00 PM View Count 2338 EPA recently updated several federal regulations for hazardous air pollutants (also known as HAP or air toxics). EPA’s actions address the Risk and Technology Review (RTR) required under the U.S. Clean Air Act.
Air Quality permits under review 9/3/2020 11:13:00 AM View Count 1724 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
EASY Air enhanced to help customers meet reporting requirements 8/24/2020 4:55:00 PM View Count 1532 Going beyond submitting applications, the DNR’s EASY Air team enhanced the online permit application system by adding the ability for companies to complete start of construction and start of operation reporting requirements.
Air quality permits under review 8/20/2020 12:31:00 PM View Count 1754 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
Second person dies in boat crash on Mississippi River 8/19/2020 1:04:00 PM View Count 4265 LECLAIRE, Iowa – A second person has died from injuries sustained in a boat crash on the Mississippi River on Sunday, August 16.
Iowa Outdoors magazine AND a t-shirt for just $20! 8/19/2020 6:47:00 AM View Count 2653 Since we won't see you at the Iowa State Fair this year, we're bringing the popular "state fair" magazine special to your door!
Public’s assistance needed in boat crash on Mississippi River 8/17/2020 1:38:00 PM View Count 3623 LECLAIRE, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Bureau is requesting the public’s assistance with any information related to a serious crash that happened around 7:00p.m. Sunday, August 16 on the Mississippi River at LeClaire.
EASY Air Title V “how-to” webinar postponed 8/12/2020 8:53:00 PM View Count 1981 Due to widespread power outages, DNR is cancelling tomorrow's webinar to learn how to use the Environmental Application System (EASY Air) to apply for air quality Title V operating permits.
Online information available for Prairie Rose Lake Water Quality Improvement Plan 8/6/2020 1:58:00 PM View Count 2056 HARLAN – Iowans interested in the results of a DNR study to improve water quality in Prairie Rose Lake in Shelby County can view a presentation on the Iowa DNR’s YouTube channel.
Air Quality permits under review 8/6/2020 1:54:00 PM View Count 1518 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
Get the State Fair Special delivered to your home! 8/4/2020 11:47:00 AM View Count 1992 Since we won't see you at the Iowa State Fair this year, we're bringing the popular "state fair" magazine special to your door!
Remnant prairie is the jewel of Blackmun Prairie 8/4/2020 11:38:00 AM View Count 2639 Ackley, Iowa - Two miles northeast of Ackley off 320th Street blacktop is one of the rarest of Iowa’s habitat - roughly 60 acres of high-quality remnant prairie that is part of the Blackmun Prairie Wildlife Area – and is a popular site for prairie enthusiasts.
Online information available for Orient Lake Water Quality Improvement Plan 7/30/2020 1:05:00 PM View Count 2367 ORIENT – Iowans interested in the results of a DNR study to improve water quality in Orient Lake in Adair County can view a presentation on the Iowa DNR’s YouTube channel.
Dewey’s Pasture Wildlife Complex is a bucket list destination 7/28/2020 12:24:00 PM View Count 3465 The 8,000-acre Dewey’s Pasture complex, in northwest Iowa, is one of the best representatives of pre-settlement grassland-wetland ecosystems in the state and one of Iowa’s premier public areas.
Air Quality permits under review 7/23/2020 11:58:00 AM View Count 1717 DES MOINES – The DNR Air Quality Bureau has the following draft permits up for review. The permits help protect Iowans’ health and air quality. DNR’s permitting staff review each permit application to ensure facilities comply with state and federal air quality requirements.
Simply put, Cayler Prairie has it all 7/21/2020 12:34:00 PM View Count 4185 Standing on a vista overlooking the expansive Cayler Prairie, it’s easy to imagine bison - the icon of the open prairie - at home on this historic area.