Clayton County Energy District

The nonprofit Clayton County Energy District (CCED) strengthens our community by leading, implementing, and accelerating the INCLUSIVE & LOCAL transition to clean energy use.

By putting boots on the ground in Clayton County:

We positively affect the local economy by reducing energy costs.

We slow climate change by promoting wise energy use.

We include everyone.

CCED News

Get Home Energy Assistance!

LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program) may be able to help keep you and your family safe and healthy through […]

Create an online CCED fundraiser in a few steps!

The giving season is upon us and you can help support our mission by creating a fun online fundraiser to […]

244758359_1716191425233349_1675692786642553210_n

Celebrating Energy Efficiency Day 2021!

Today is Energy Efficiency Day! We celebrate saving electricity and using clean energy every day but today is extra special. […]

A Positive Presence at the ’21 Clayton County Fair

The Clayton County Energy District is happy to have provided a positive presence at the 2021 Clayton County Fair. Our […]

At Minimum, Elkader Should Get What Decorah and Other Cities Got

It may not be a well-known fact but it is true, a building’s address, and nothing else, defines the source […]

Giving Compass Series Shares the Story of our Iowa-based Clean Energy Districts

Giving Compass is a national web resource with a mission “To help impact-driven donors transform their generosity into meaningful change […]

« Previous
1
…
12
13
14
15
16
…
41
Next »

Energy Districts are at the
INTERSECTION OF
CLEAN ENERGY PROSPERITY & CLIMATE STEWARDSHIP

Our “boots on the ground” implementation, community engagement, educational outreach, and advocacy strengthen our local economy and the health of our community.

In 2024 we have:

Provided expert guidance to Clayton County non-taxable entities and helped access Inflation Reduction Act direct payment opportunities for renewable energy projects
Provided expert guidance to Clayton County non-taxable entities and helped access Inflation Reduction Act direct payment opportunities for renewable energy projects
Facilitated a $187K State Energy Office grant for the Guttenberg Flood Pump House project.
Launched energy coaching "Train the Trainer" session during future Volga Library walk through.
Delivered Smart Outlet Checkout program to all county libraries & provided clean energy education to younger patrons.
Promoted EV infrastructure and fast charging opportunities at Brown’s Elkader.
Partnered with Clayton County Conservation to coordinate CCED efforts at the Osborne Nature Center, including a Clean Energy Transition event for Earth Day.
Assisted Monona, Garber, Luana, Marquette, Garnavillo, and Volga in filing resolutions with the Iowa Utilities Commission opposing Alliant Energy’s massive rate hike.
Invited local HVAC contractors and electricians to a heat pump training workshop.
Co-hosted a Clean Energy Forum in Postville on how Energy Districts are strengthening communities.