Program Contact
MidAmerican Energy – Trees Please! Program
Email: PlantTrees@midamerican.com
Phone: 800-434-4017
COMMERCIAL
Trees Please! Community Tree Planting Program
Grant funding for strategic tree planting that saves energy and strengthens public spaces.
Planting trees in the right places helps reduce heating and cooling costs by providing shade and wind protection for nearby buildings. MidAmerican Energy’s Trees Please! program supports Iowa communities by funding tree planting projects near publicly owned facilities.
Get reimbursed for fixing storm water problems—Urbandale’s grant program helps cover the cost of eligible improvements.
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up to $30,000 in grants available per project
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We'll pay up to 50% of qualifying expenses
30,000
Up to $30,000 grants are available per project
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We'll pay up to 50% of qualifying expenses
How the program works
Trees Please! provides $1,000 or more in grant funding to Iowa municipalities in MidAmerican Energy’s service area to plant trees near public buildings such as libraries, schools, and city facilities. Trees must be placed where they provide energy efficiency benefits.
Key details
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Eligible applicants: Iowa municipalities in MidAmerican’s service area
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Applications accepted year-round
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Applications received by January 31 are considered for spring awards
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Later applications roll into the following year
Why this matters
Strategic tree planting is a low-cost, long-term way to reduce energy use, manage heat, improve air quality, and enhance public spaces. Since 1998, the program has awarded over $4.6 million statewide.
Get reimbursed for fixing storm water problems—Urbandale’s grant program helps cover the cost of eligible improvements.
Is this right for my community?
This program may be a good fit if you:
- Own or manage publicly owned buildings
- Want to lower long-term energy costs
- Are planning tree planting or site improvements
- Value sustainable, nature-based solutions
The City will reimburse 50 percent of the qualifying project costs, up to a maximum set for each type of project. This is an opportunity to invest in your property while reducing out-of-pocket costs. Note: The program does not fund interior repairs, aesthetic upgrades, sump pump work, or decorative landscaping.
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Program Contact
MidAmerican Energy – Trees Please! Program
Email: PlantTrees@midamerican.com
Phone: 800-434-4017