Pollution

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	Title	Date	Summary
1	Local Food and Film Festival held at Hearst Center Johnson--Alex (Student--2020), Lafoe--Will (Student--2019) Northern Iowan 116:42, p.05	3/9/2020	The Center for Energy and Environmental Education (CEEE) co-hosted the Local Food and Film Festival at the Hearts Center for the Arts on March 7. One of the food vendors was UNI Local Food Program, and the Panther Initiative for Environmental Equity and Resilience (PIEER) was one of the non-food vendors. PIEER graduate student Deanna Williams and student fellow at Good Neighbor Iowa (part of CEEE) spoke about the event; photo.
2	Brockovich gives Leopold Lecture Weber--Colby (Class of 2020), Leitner--Gabrielle (Class of 2020) Northern Iowan 116:39, p.02	2/27/2020	President Mark Nook and student Samantha Bennett introduced Erin Brockovich, who gave an Aldo Leopold Lecture titled "The Power of One" on February 25 in the Gallagher Bluedorn Performing Arts Center (GBPAC). Brockovich, and environmental activist, spoke on her legal case against the Pacific Gas Company and climate change; photo.
3	The Storm Lake Times: A tale of how a small Iowa paper received a Pulitzer Duax--Amelia (Student--2017), Davis--Kirby (Class of 2018) Northern Iowan 114:6, p.01	9/14/2017	Tom Cullen, a reporter at the Storm Lake Times, spoke on the paper's Pulitzer Prize win for reporting on the Des Moines Waterworks lawsuit related to the release of nitrogen into drinking water. Cullen's talk took place on September 7 in Sabin Hall photos.
4	Son of Pulitzer winner coming to UNI Duax--Amelia (Student--2017) Northern Iowan 114:4, p.02	9/7/2017	UNI alumni Tom Cullen will speak on the Storm Lake Times' Pulitzer Prize on September 7 in Sabin Hall. The newspaper won the prize for its reporting on dirty groundwater in Iowa. The lecture is part of the Sustainability Lecture Series organized by professor of communication studies Chris Martin and director of the Center for Energy and Environmental Education (CEEE) Kamyar Enshayan; photo.
5	Earth Week in full bloom Upah--Kaylin (Student--2014) Northern Iowan 110:52, p.1	4/21/2014	There are several events on campus promoting Earth Week. These events all focus on ways to reduce environmental impact and protect the environment from pollution.
6	Iowa rivers are choking gulf waters Prigeon--Correy Travis (Student--2013) Northern Iowan 110:39, p.1	2/24/2014	Professor Mohammad Iqbal is investigating the Cedar River to find out how local agricultural practices are affecting water pollution in the Gulf of Mexico. The Iowa Nutrient Research Center recently approved this project.
7	UNI professor looks to find a solution for degraded water Public Relations News Release 2013:174, p.1	2/11/2014	UNI professor Mohammad Iqbal has begun a project to examine the Cedar River watershed. There is a lot of water pollution due to agricultural practices. Iqbal hopes to educate people about ways to fix the problem.
8	UNI team developing a tool to accurately predict urban water pollution Public Relations News Release 2011:113, p.1	11/10/2011	A grant given to the UNI GeoTREE Center will help with a partnership that is going to raise awareness about local pollutants in the water.
9	Pollution v. progress Becker--Mark Benedict (Class of 2009) Northern Iowan 105:23, p.10	11/18/2008	Modern agricultural practices challenged; accused of being merely profit oriented. A return to simpler times encouraged.
10	Last Lecture Series Northern Iowan 104:23, p.13	11/13/2007	Professor Recayi Pecen will speak on the topic "No rush in coal-fired power plant in Waterloo: any better option for Cedar Valley?"
11	Culture Corner: The Grinch Roos--Nicholas Alexander (Student--2005) Northern Iowan 104:4, p.7	9/7/2007	Has concerns about construction noise, inconvenience, and safety in the College Hill area.
12	Environment the first to suffer from poor leadership Shatzer--Donald Northern Iowan 103:3, p.10	8/29/2006	Idaho governor praised for stopping coal-fired power plant. Citizens urged to become informed and vigilant on the proposed coal-fired power plant in Waterloo.
13	Camp Dodge receives 2005 Environmental Security Award Public Relations News Release 2005:0, p.1	6/26/2006	The Iowa Army National Guard is recognized for reducing waste and pollution.
14	Will wonders never cease Paulson--Bryce (Student--2004) Northern Iowan 101:10, p.5	10/1/2004	Believes people should not use technology as a crutch or as an excuse to remove themselves from responsibility.
15	Don't bemoan gas prices Paulson--Bryce (Student--2004) Northern Iowan 100:56, p.5	6/11/2004	Doubts reasons to become upset at rising gas prices in America.
16	Disposable products threaten landfills and groundwater Public Relations News Release 2003:0, p.1	4/26/2004	Sue Schauls says that things like throw-away toilet brushes and one-use facial wipes can harm the environment.
17	Sterling agrees to explore options Hamblin--Ashley (Student--2003) Northern Iowan 100:15, p.1	10/21/2003	Coal dust from UNI coal pile is blowing into Sterling apartments; settling dispute out of court.
18	Letter to the editor: stop CAFO pollution Haase--Jessica L. (Student--2002) Northern Iowan 99:13, p.8	10/15/2002	Encourages readers to stand against the pollution of livestock confinements that pollute water sources due to manure runoff and spillover.
19	What really causes polluted water? Public Relations News Release 2000:439, p.1	6/4/2001	Bill Stigaliani discusses the possible causes of groundwater pollution.
20	UNI workshop takes on ethanol - MTBE debate Public Relations News Release 2000:434, p.1	5/25/2001	The seventh annual faculty development workshop for the Advanced Technology Environmental Center will be held June 18-28.
21	Repowering Midwest presentation today Scudder--Jeffrey (Class of 2003) Northern Iowan 97:41, p.2	2/27/2001	Presentation provides suggestions for cleaning up pollution in the Midwest.
22	'Repowering the Midwest,' a report on developing clean alternative energy sources, to be topic at UNI Tuesday, Feb. 27 Public Relations News Release 2000:274, p.1	2/23/2001	Bill Leighty will speak on developing clean energy, reducing pollution, and improving the reliability of the power supply.
23	UNI small business environmental compliance workshops take road trip Public Relations News Release 1999:79, p.1	10/11/1999	IWRC and SBDC will present a series of workshops around the state on environmental laws and regulations for selected types of small businesses; workshop schedule.
24	UNI faculty and students look for solutions to pollution in Iowa lakes Public Relations News Release 1998:403, p.1	5/27/1999	A group of nine UNI faculty members and fourteen undergraduate students will be studying Iowa's water quality for the next two years. William Stigliani discusses the project, which is funded by a Carver Foundation grant.
25	Pollution-related workshop canceled due to weather Public Relations News Release 1996:239, p.1	1/27/1997	Weather related travel problems force the cancellation of workshop.
26	Iowa Waste Reduction Center publishes guide Northern Edition 2:22, p.3	10/5/1994	Publishes manual on preventing chromium pollution.
27	Preventing pollution Campus News Network 4:4, p.2	10/11/1993	$700,000 agreement with EPA will allow Iowa Waste Reduction Center to establish Small Business Pollution Prevention Center.
28	Unhealthy ground level ozone levels--leading to thousands of deaths. Public Relations News Release 1990:696, p.1	8/12/1991	Automobile emissions are a major source of ground level ozone.
29	Iowa junior high students learn how to test groundwater quality through University of Northern Iowa program Public Relations News Release 1990:46, p.1	9/11/1990	Teachers for thirteen school districts will be trained to lead their students in water testing. List of participants.
30	University of Northern Iowa chooses most environmentally beneficial design for new power plant boiler Public Relations News Release 1990:30, p.1	9/4/1990	New boiler cuts down on emissions of nitrous oxides and sulfur dioxide
31	Concerns about groundwater--quality may be improving Public Relations News Release 1990:18, p.1	9/3/1990	Changes in farming practices have resulted in improved groundwater quality.
32	Hazardous waste management course set for Oct. 18-20 in Des Moines. In cooperation with Iowa waste reduction center at Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1990:3, p.1	8/22/1990	Topics include regulations, organizational responsibilities, and current problems; meets OSHA training requirements.
33	Air emissions--how clean is the air we breathe? Public Relations News Release 1989:470, p.1	3/15/1990	Professor John Konefes discusses how coal plants and chemical waste dumps are responsible for much of the air pollution present in Iowa.
34	Plans are underway for the 20th anniversary of Earth Day Public Relations News Release 1989:470, p.1	3/15/1990	Professor James Reidy coordinates campus Earth Day celebrations to raise awareness of environmental concerns.
35	Lead in landfills--potential threat to the state's groundwater Public Relations News Release 1989:339, p.1	1/10/1990	John Konefes announces new laws concerning the disposal of lead batteries in landfills. Konefes expresses concern over the amount of metal seeping into the groundwater from batteries, television sets, and other electronics.
36	Nominations being accepted for second annual Iowa Waste Reduction Awards, sponsored by Iowa Waste Reduction Center at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1989:337, p.1	1/10/1990	The Iowa Waste Reduction Center accepts nominations for the annual Iowa Waste Reduction Award. The one-thousand dollar prize will go to the business or industry believed to have devised the most efficient waste reduction system.
37	Is degradable plastic really helping the environment? Public Relations News Release 1989:329, p.1	1/4/1990	Professor Allen Jedlicka criticizes the use of biodegradable plastic bags, stating that the remaining plastic portion of the bag will seep into groundwater.
38	Used lead batteries must be recycled after July 1, says director of Iowa Waste Reduction Center at University of Northern Iowa Public Relations News Release 1989:330, p.1	1/4/1990	John Konefes speaks on new ordinances regarding lead-acid battery disposal. These batteries will no longer be permitted in landfills, but must be taken to a battery retailer for recycling.
39	Big wheels a burnin'--tire recycling Public Relations News Release 1989:317, p.1	12/21/1989	John Konefes discusses the use of unused tires in power plants. He states that burning shredded tires will help stretch coal supplies, as well as reduce harmful emissions.
40	Taxation, not regulation, could be solution to pollution, says University of Northern Iowa economics professor. Public Relations News Release 1989:265, p.1	11/21/1989	For example a company would pay a set amount of tax for all pollution it does not eliminate on its own. The method would not result in a zero pollution level, Donn Johnson notes, because totally eliminating pollution would be prohibitively expensive.
41	Iowa waste reduction center at University of Northern Iowa urges Iowans to register underground storage tanks by Oct. 1 deadline. Public Relations News Release 1989:73, p.1	9/18/1989	Federal legislature passed a law requiring that underground fuel tanks be registered. Iowa passed similar legislation. Several million underground tanks exist in the United States, Olson says, tens of thousands are leaking into the ground around them.
42	Agricultural pollution to be topic of the presentation hosted by Northern Iowa's department of earth science, Monday (May 1) Public Relations News Release 1988:447, p.1	4/25/1989	Ubbo Agena, an agricultural engineer for the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, will be speaking on, "Non-Point Pollution Problems and Control Programs in Iowa."
43	UNI crews trying to locate source of oil leak Iwerks--Daniel H. (Classes of 1991 and 1994) Northern Iowan 84:49, p.1	4/1/1988	Small leak of unknown origin near Power Plant shows up in Dry Run Creek.
44	Northern Iowa prof's studies confirming Iowa groundwater contamination Public Relations News Release 1987:326, p.1	3/24/1988	Professor Erwin Richter conducts studies on Iowa groundwater deposits, finding an alarming amount of contamination from chemicals used in farming communities.
45	UNI biologist finds herbicide adversity in Iowa's aquatic environment Public Relations News Release 1987:326, p.1	3/24/1988	Professor Barton Bergquist researches the effects of herbicides used in farming on aquatic organisms found in Iowan streams and creeks.
46	Northern Iowa Physical Plant crew working to find, repair fuel leak Public Relations News Release 1987:321, p.1	3/22/1988	The Department of Natural Resources discovers an oil leak in Power Plant No. 2, discharging fuel from a storm sewer. Duane Anders and Professor Rick Stinchfield commit all possible resources to correcting the leak.
47	Iowa bird day: Northern Iowa biologist looks for endangered hawk species Public Relations News Release 1987:313, p.1	3/16/1988	David Conrads researches the endangered Coopers hawk, explaining that the hawk's disappearance may be attributed to the use of herbicides and pesticides in farming.
48	Nitrates in our water or, the deadly drink Jones--Steve Nonpareil 71:4, p.11	9/1/1987	Professor Erwin Richter studies levels of nitrates in local groundwater; photo.
49	Clean water threatened by chemical pollution Robbins--Chris Northern Iowan 83:47, p.2	3/27/1987	Discusses methods of financing water pollution control.
50	Landfill a health threat Walton--Thomas Herrity (Class of 1986) Northern Iowan 81:41, p.7	3/8/1985	A look at the LaBounty site in Charles City.

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