IWE Success Stories

DNR @ the 2026 Iowa State Fair, Aug 13-23, 2026

Are you ready for an unforgettable adventure at the Iowa State Fair? Don't forget to stop by our DNR building located near the west entrance of the fairground, 9am-8pm.

2026 Courtyard Schedule

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2022 - Dorm furniture gets a new life aiding Afghan refugees

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2022 - Earth Day at the Botanical Center

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2022 - Recycling for good

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2022 - Student-led garbage research at Waterloo Elementary

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2022 - Surplus face shields rescued from disposal

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2023 - Ceramic jars put to good use

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2023 - Christmas coincidence

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2023 - Little red wagons find new purpose

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2023 - Straws and forks!

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2024 - Remodel of the Johnson County Administration Building

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2025 - Beneficial reuse of Mississippi River dredges

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2025 - City of Marion partners with local organizations to repurpose residents' old recycling bins

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2025 - Exploring Waste Reduction Solutions for Colleges

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2025 - Relocating Usable Equipment

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2025 - The Drive-by that Drove Change

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2026 - DNR Expands Food Waste Diversion Efforts, IWE Ready to Help

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2026 - Reuse Opportunities Through Regional Collaboration in Dubuque

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2026 - Robins' First Clean-Up Day Showcases the Power of Partnership

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