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Meeting the Renewable Energy Challenge Symposium

Join the UI Public Policy Center, Wed., Oct. 16, 8:00-5:00 p.m., Main Lounge, Iowa Memorial Union (IMU), for this important conversation.

This symposium takes a broad look at the scientific challenges and policy issues surrounding renewable energy, with special reference to Iowa and the Midwest.

Topics covered will include infrastructure development (e.g. wind farms; transmission lines), biofuels, emerging environmental problems, and distributed energy policy.

You may register to attend the symposium here. Cost is $25 for general public, free for students without lunch, $10 for students with lunch.

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Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Leslie Gannon at (319) 335-6817 or leslie-gannon@uiowa.edu.

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