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

Green Meets Green Giveaway Winner!

Congratulations to Jane Metcalf who won the Black + Decker Air Fryer + Toaster Oven! Thank you to everyone who […]

We’re looking for candidates for our upcoming Extreme Clean Energy Makeover Project!

We are needing an immediate response to move forward with our Extreme Clean Energy Makeover Project! Our funder(s) are excited […]

Bringing awareness to our county’s energy burden

In February, we (the CCED) hosted an Energy Burden Relief Open House + Listening Post at Keystone AEA in Elkader. […]

Carbon Neutrality Event to be held at EWALU Creation Center

“Luther College’s Path to Carbon Neutrality by 2030” Friday, February 24th, 2023 | 1-3PM *Article by EWALU.org “Join us at […]

Clayton County Energy Burden Facts & Analysis

The Clayton County Energy District (CCED) strengthens its communities by leading, implementing, and accelerating the inclusive transition to local and […]

Energy Burden Relief Event coming to Keystone AEA

On Friday, February 17th, we are hosting an Open House & Listening Post for Clayton County’s Energy-Burdened Residents and our […]

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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.