Through public presentations, workshops, media coverage, meetings and engagement with local residents, we work to empower Iowans by offering the information and tools they need to further the mission of 1000 Friends of Iowa. We work to engage Iowans through grassroots organizing; and providing information, assisting with research, and providing tools for everyday Iowans to become involved in local and statewide land use issues. We strive to effect local, state, and federal public policy by monitoring legislation, encouraging Iowans to act when an important issue arises, and educating policymakers about the economic, social, and environmental benefits of responsible land use.

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Well deserved on counts! Congratulations and we look forward to seeing the forward momentum continue.🏆

Posted on Mar 02, 2021  •  Facebook

After the prolonged power outages after Derecho in Iowa and the power outages in Texas, maybe it is really time for us to transition away from the traditional grid model and invest more in clean energy microgrids. Microgrids make a real difference when it comes to land use as well. Check out what is...

Posted on Feb 17, 2021  •  Facebook

We love to celebrate private projects. People who have a future mindset, sense of responsibility, and able to work toward their goals need recognition and serve as a model for others. WELL DONE SIPPYS!

Posted on Feb 10, 2021  •  Facebook

Temperatures are taking a deep dive below zero. What will it take to get our energy consumption to take a dive to net zero? Join here https:// climate-xchange. org/event/ the-road-to-100- renewable-energ y/

Posted on Feb 09, 2021  •  Facebook

Founder LaVon Griffeon talks urban sprawl vs. urban growth https://t.co/Ct10FthLaB

Posted on Apr 15, 2019  •  Twitter

If you're a fruit or vegetable grower, this likely affects you: the FDA's draft Produce Safety Rule Guidance commen… https://t.co/Dbbr5Qu5gh

Posted on Apr 10, 2019  •  Twitter

O’Brien County looking to update land plan https://t.co/nm0ZWtHokU via @NWestIowaREVIEW

Posted on Apr 09, 2019  •  Twitter

Visit Indianola tomorrow night for a great panel discussion on building #sustainable and vibrant communities! https://t.co/ghQaDvys36

Posted on Apr 03, 2019  •  Twitter

How do you Building and Sustaining a Vibrant Community? Find out Thursday #iowa #sustainable https://t.co/OtSV8Cw2RR

Posted on Apr 01, 2019  •  Twitter

Glad to see some media exposure to help spread our message that energy efficiency practices and programs help #Iowa… https://t.co/3nOJZZp1WL

Posted on Mar 04, 2019  •  Twitter