"The Iowa Caucuses give us an opportunity to showcase the state's strengths on a world stage," said Governor Chet Culver. "Most Americans know that the state is 'first in the nation' in the presidential campaign, but may not be aware of Iowa's leadership role in renewable energy or our top ranking in quality of life. It's time for Americans to learn what 21st century Iowa has to offer."
Iowa is "first in the nation" in the production of ethanol, E-85 and biodiesel fuels, and is third overall in wind energy production. The state was also ranked first by Forbes Magazine in overall quality of life.
The Governor's Office and the Iowa Department of Economic Development are already working to reach out to presidential campaigns, encouraging them learn the impact Iowa is making in the world.
"Iowa is positioned to become the renewable energy capital of the world and our communities offer some of the nation's best standards of living," said Iowa Department of Economic Development Director Mike Tramontina. "IowaCaucus.org will help campaigns on both sides of the aisle experience 21st century Iowa and learn about the next generation innovations that are fueling our economic development."
