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

Celebrate Earth Day with the Clayton County Energy District

Learn about Clayton County’s Clean Energy Transition! Where: At the Osborne Nature Center When: Monday, April 22nd – 4:30 pm […]

Iowa should keep utilities from charging customers for things they don’t need

Editorial by: Andy Johnson, Executive Director of the Clean Energy Districts of Iowa, which serves twelve Iowa […]

Energy Coaching Walkthrough at the future Volga Public Library

On Thursday, January 11th, Energy Coach Chris Gregerson led an Energy Coaching Walkthrough at the site of the future Volga […]

Greenpenny Bank (Decorah) Calls For Deposits to Finance More Solar! (2)

Greenpenny Bank Calls for Deposits to Finance Solar!

Greenpenny, powered by Decorah Bank & Trust, is a virtual, climate-friendly bank located in Northeast Iowa. Customers make a personal […]

Excellent Tool: A Consumer Solar Energy Guide

If you are considering powering your home, business, or school with solar, this consumer guide developed by the Midwest Renewable […]

Clean Energy For Young Library Patrons Recap

This year the Clayton County Energy District received a grant from Clayton County Foundation for the Future for the Clean […]

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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.