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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NET Metering Facts

Net Energy Metering (NEM, also known simply as net metering) is the single most important policy enabling customer ownership of […]

Sunday, 3/24 Faithfully Protecting Solar

Iowa Interfaith Power & Light and Dubuque Interfaith Green Coalition are hosting the Faithfully Protecting Solar workshop on March 24th […]

Solar Fair – Solar Ownership Learning Opportunity – Let’s Ride Together!

Could it finally be time to invest in solar for your home, farm, or business? 2019 is the perfect time […]

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March Energy Breakfast: Energy Efficiency Programs for Rural Residents

The Clayton County Energy District will hold its quarterly, “around the county” Clean Energy Breakfast, at 8:00 a.m. on Friday, March […]

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ED Energy Planner, Joel Zook’s Personal Solar Story

So. I placed a down payment on solar last month. I’m committing to the largest purchase I’ve ever made (not […]

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Action Alert! Proposed IA Bill will kill Iowa’s Solar Industry

Clayton County Oppose Mid American’s $300 Sunshine Tax – Tax will end our local clean energy prosperity!  Iowa legislators have […]

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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