Green Iowa AmeriCorps

Green Iowa AmeriCorps is Iowa's leader in boots-on-the-ground energy and environmental services. GIA is headquartered at the University of Northern Iowa's Center for Energy & Environmental Education, and maintains 19 sites throughout Iowa.

Apply now to serve with our 2020 Summer Steward Program!

OUR SERVICES

ENERGY & COMMUNITY - The Energy & Community branch helps Iowans become more energy efficient through residential weatherization, energy education, and community outreach services. Energy & Community uses a team-based approach to provide residential weatherization services as well as energy education and energy-related community outreach efforts. As of 2016, all labor and materials are free to any individuals who qualify for a home weatherization after testing for too much air infiltration during a Home Energy Audit. Download the position description for Energy & Community here. Energy & Community on Facebook
SUSTAINABLE SCHOOLS - The Sustainable Schools branch serves as a resource and catalyst for Iowa school districts to build a more energized and sustainable future. Sustainable Schools members serve as sustainability coordinators and work to reduce district-wide energy costs and assist teachers and staff in implementing environmental project-based learning initiatives. Download the position description for Sustainable Schools here. Sustainable Schools on Facebook
LAND & WATER STEWARDS - The Land and Water Stewards branch is dedicated to restoration and conservation of Iowa's native habitats and natural resources. Members are focused on conserving and restoring Iowa's lost ecosystems and water quality. Download the position description for Land & Water Stewards here.Land & Water Stewards on Facebook

Green Iowa Partners

Ashley Craft

Green Iowa AmeriCorps Program Director

Ashley is program director of the CEEE's flagship AmeriCorps program, Green Iowa AmeriCorps. The program operates in 12 Iowa counties and provides Iowans with the tools to become more energy efficient and environmentally conscious.

AT THE CEEE: Green Iowa AmeriCorps
ON FACEBOOK: Energy & Community / Sustainable Schools / Land & Water Stewards
ON INSTAGRAM: Energy & Community / Sustainable Schools / Land & Water Stewards

greeniowadirector@gmail.com / (319) 273-7273
Carmen Finken

Green Iowa AmeriCorps Program Manager

Carmen oversees the Sustainable Schools branch and helps to recruit new members and host sites to the Green Iowa AmeriCorps program.

AT THE CEEE: Green Iowa AmeriCorps
ON FACEBOOK: Sustainable Schools
ON INSTAGRAM: Sustainable Schools

finkenc@uni.edu / (319) 273-7194
Lauren Johnson

Green Iowa AmeriCorps Program Manager

Lauren works with the Land & Water Stewards branch of the program and helps to ensure all Green Iowa AmeriCorps members are having a successful service year.

AT THE CEEE: Green Iowa AmeriCorps
ON FACEBOOK: Land & Water Stewards
ON INSTAGRAM: Land & Water Stewards

lauren.johnson@uni.edu / (319) 273-2573
Hannah Luce

CEEE Program Assistant

Hannah is a sophomore at UNI and is assisting the CEEE with recruitment efforts, event planning, and engaging students in environmental efforts throughout the campus and community.

luceh@uni.edu