Support for the Clayton County Energy District
The Clayton County Energy District (CCED) leads the charge toward a more resilient, prosperous, and sustainable future for the community. By addressing the millions of dollars in energy costs leaving the local economy, they turn wealth extraction into wealth retention all while reducing emissions! Clayton County’s clean energy transition is locally driven and stands at the intersection of energy security and climate responsibility—a true win-win.
As a non-profit, the CCED relies on various funding sources to support the continual effort toward an equitable clean energy future, including grants and sustaining donations. Grants provide a critical source of funding for completing larger community projects and providing resources for those who need them most. Many grant opportunities require matching funding so without sustaining supporters, Like Craig and LeeAnn Watson, and generous donations from the community the CCED’s impact would be depleted.
“We strongly support the efforts of the Clayton County Energy District as it provides clean energy education to our county residents, aiding them in making informed decisions to reduce their personal energy costs. We chose to contribute monthly to the CCED for two reasons. First, our small contribution allows the Board to more effectively manage their monthly receipts and expenses. Also, an automatic deduction from our personal checking account is a seamless way to manage our commitment to the organization.” – Craig and LeeAnn Watson
Donations like Craig and LeeAnn’s go directly to county residents for critical programs such as energy efficiency technical assistance. CCED coaching and auditing services identify inefficiencies within a home or business and help connect building owners to funding opportunities like rebates and tax credits. The CCED previously provided a coaching session to McGregor resident Audrey Posten, providing insight into her energy usage and providing the knowledge to share her experience with others.
“The walk-through assessment opened my eyes to both large and smaller projects I could complete to improve my home’s energy efficiency. They are ideas I can also share with friends and family members. Saving money on energy costs allows me to invest more in other home improvements and in my community. I value the education the Clayton County Energy District provides, alerting residents to programs or legislation they might not otherwise know about or easily understand. Staff and board members are terrific at sharing energy success stories from people and communities in our county, not just telling people, but showing them, how projects can be achieved.” – Audrey Posten.
The CCED is proud of their progress in Clayton County and excited to continue their inclusive mission. Rising energy costs continue to impact the community, however, particularly residents on fixed incomes who face tough choices between covering energy bills and essential needs like medications or groceries. That’s why the CCED asks local community members and organizations for support. Their contributions benefit the environment, strengthens the local economy, and provides much needed relief for their neighbors in need.