GreenAdvantage®
MidAmerican Energy's GreenAdvantage® program allows Iowa customers to claim a verified renewable energy amount to help them reach their sustainability goals.
The Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) verifies the amount of renewable energy produced by MidAmerican in a given year. This verification assures our customers that they are using clean, renewable energy harvested in Iowa.
In 2023, MidAmerican delivered an estimated 88.7% of our Iowa customers’ electricity usage with renewable energy. Delivering 100% renewable energy is a major milestone on our road to reaching net-zero greenhouse gas emissions.
GreenAdvantage program benefits Iowa's businesses, consumers and economy
The GreenAdvantage program passes on sustainability benefits to all Iowa customers at no additional cost. Instead of selling renewable energy certificates (RECs) on the market, MidAmerican retires them, allowing businesses, industrial facilities and residents to claim that renewable energy and advance their own sustainability goals.
This first-of-its-kind, value-added program further positions Iowa as a place for businesses to expand or relocate to in order to reap the benefits of MidAmerican's clean, affordable energy. On top of renewable energy's environmental benefits, MidAmerican's communities and business customers across Iowa pay electric rates 42% below the national average. It's a competitive advantage that's hard to beat!
Helping businesses reduce their energy usage saves them money and supports the environment. To help businesses make smart investments in improving their energy efficiency, our concierge-style Small Business Express program connects small businesses with the best equipment, rebates and contractors to fit their budget.