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Iowa's Clean Energy Jobs Surge Amid Federal Uncertainty

10/17/2025

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In 2024, Iowa's clean energy sector reached over 33,000 jobs, a 2.8% rise from 2023, with energy efficiency making up more than half.
Clean Jobs Midwest report warns that federal rollbacks of clean energy incentives could hinder growth.
Micaela Preskill from E2 emphasizes action to support renewable energy deployment.
Polk County leads Iowa with 7,082 clean energy jobs, followed by Linn County with 2,778 and Scott County with 1,886.

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Story summary

In 2024, Iowa's clean energy sector reached over 33,000 jobs, a 2.8% rise from 2023, with energy efficiency making up more than half.
Clean Jobs Midwest report warns that federal rollbacks of clean energy incentives could hinder growth.
Micaela Preskill from E2 emphasizes action to support renewable energy deployment.
Polk County leads Iowa with 7,082 clean energy jobs, followed by Linn County with 2,778 and Scott County with 1,886.