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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Legislative Update

The Iowa Legislative Session adjournment on Saturday, 4/27.  Here is the good and the bad of the bills we tracked […]

Clayton County Food Shelf Permanent LED Swap Station

The Clayton County Energy District is excited to announce we have received a grant which will further the goal of […]

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Help Us Help Others – Replace our Ride!!

We are teaming up with the Winneshiek Energy District and the Decorah Green Iowa AmeriCorps team  to raise money for […]

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A “Cutting Edge” Transition

Dave Fulks, a new and motivated business owner of Elkader, recently completed a LED light transition in his archery shop. […]

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WANTED: Sustaining Members for a Sustainable Future!

The Clayton County Energy District is laser focused on building our community mission by facilitating fair access to local and […]

Dyersville Solar & Energy Efficiency Tour

The Dubuque County Energy District is hosting a Solar & Energy Efficiency Tour in Dyersville on Saturday, April 27th. Check […]

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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