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Here's how one Iowa company is taking wind turbine blades out of the landfill
The patent pending, proprietary process is held close to the chest of REGEN Fiber, a subsidiary of Alliant Energy — but it could reap big environmental rewards.
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How one Iowa company is recycling wind turbine blades
The patent pending, proprietary process is held close to the chest of REGEN Fiber, a subsidiary of Alliant Energy, but it could reap big environmental rewards.
Nation World
Twinkle, twinkle fading stars: Hiding in our brighter skies
As cities expand and put up more lights, “skyglow” or “artificial twilight,” as the study authors call it, becomes more intense.
Local News
Viewers share their photos of winter weather aftermath
If you'd like to send your own photos in to Local 5, text us at (515) 457-1026.
Environment
Environmental advocates protest CO2 pipelines at Iowa State Capitol
There are currently 3 CO2 pipeline proposals in the state of Iowa that could run through dozens of Iowa communities.
Nation World
In Alabama, tornadoes rattle historic civil rights community
Thursday’s storm inflicted heavy damage on Selma, cutting a wide path through the downtown area.
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Yes, your tongue can get stuck if you lick a frozen metal pole
The famous scene from “A Christmas Story” in which a character got his tongue stuck to a metal pole can really happen. Your skin can get stuck, too.
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Iowa AG sues C6-Zero 'to prevent imminent threat to public health'
Bird is seeking "immediate compliance" with an emergency order issued by the Iowa Department of Natural Resources.
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Iowa attorney general files suit against C6-Zero following explosion
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Antarctica, where it’s so thin there’s an annual giant gaping hole in the layer, won't be fully fixed until 2066, the report said.
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