Why Join an Industrial Energy Group
Utilities play a central role in Iowa’s energy system and carry significant influence in policy discussions, reflecting their ownership of critical energy infrastructure. For industrial manufacturers, that makes it essential to have a clear, coordinated voice in decisions about planning, investment, and cost recovery that affect jobs, competitiveness, and the long-term health of Iowa’s economy.
"Good facts and compelling arguments are not enough to win an energy policy debate. Industrial customers need to organize and focus their power by grouping together."
~ David Ciarlone
Membership in IBEC gives companies timely insight into emerging energy policy issues, access to experienced peers, and a meaningful role in shaping the organization’s priorities and responses. It also strengthens IBEC itself: as the coalition grows, it deepens its credibility with policy makers and expands its capacity to advocate for reliable, competitive, and transparent energy policy on behalf of Iowa industry.
Energy policy and cost are changing faster than ever before in Iowa. Active participation in IBEC is the best way to avoid surprises and identify and capture opportunities.
Newsletter
IBEC members receive a weekly newsletter during the legislative session with inside information not available to any other industrial energy group.
Unparalleled Access
IBEC is the only industrial energy group exclusively representing manufacturers.
