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.

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State Auditor says Solar Energy Projects could net over $375 million in savings

On February 25, 2021, State Auditor Rob Sand released a financial impacts review of public entity solar energy installations. The […]

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A Positive Outlook on Clean Energy in our State

Thanks to a poll completed by Iowa Business for Clean Energy, 660 Iowa voters gave evidence to a positive outlook […]

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March Virtual Lunch & Learn: 100% Iowa

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Virtual Environmental Advocacy Day for Iowa’s Environment!

This Thursday, February 25th is Environmental Advocacy Day. Join the Iowa Environmental Council in an online day of advocacy for […]

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HF 221 Solar Tax Credit Update

Last week, the much-anticipated solar tax credit bill was introduced to the Ways and Means Committee by Representative Klein. Here […]

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February Virtual Lunch & Learn: Iowa Business for Clean Energy

FEBRUARY VIRTUAL LUNCH & LEARN RECORDING JOIN US AS WE TALK WITH IOWA BUSINESS FOR CLEAN ENERGY! WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH […]

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.
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