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Decorah Band & Trust Company Begins Use of Solar Panels

July 13, 2012

From an article on DecorahNews.com.Decorah Bank & Trust Company has just put into operation the largest rooftop solar installation to date in Decorah. The 22 kilowatt (kW) photovoltaic solar array sits on the bank roof. …

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Green Business Challenge 2011

July 7, 2012

The Green Business Challenge: Save Energy and Save Money!The Winneshiek Energy District is encouraging businesses to save energy and save money with the Green Business Challenge. Businesses that sign up for the Green Business Challenge …

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Luther College Board of Regents Sent Zero Carbon Footprint Goal

June 15, 2012

The Luther College Board of Regents has endorsed a goal of having the college be carbon neutral by the year 2030.Regents have authorized Luther President Richard Torgerson to plan and pursue sustainable methods of operation …

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WED and City of Decorah Partner on Energy Assistance for Low-Moderate Income Families

June 12, 2012

The Energy District has partnered with the City of Decorah to offer energy efficiency assistance to low-moderate income households in Decorah. All qualifying households can and are encouraged to participate in our Home EfficiencyProgram.Who is …

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Businesses Recognized for Achieving Green

December 3, 2011

“It is really quite impressive! So much work is being done for energy efficiency in Decorah and surrounding areas,” observed visiting energy consultant, Warren Gaskill with EnergyStewards.net.Over 55 businesses in Decorah and Winneshiek County have …

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Energy District Awarded 2011 Biz Booster Challenge Grant

May 25, 2011

The Winneshiek Energy District was one of four businesses to receive funding from the 2011 Winneshiek County Development, Inc. Biz Booster Challenge. Below is an excerpt from the Winneshiek County Development, Inc May 24th mailing:Biz …

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A Sustainability Plan for Decorah

June 30, 2010

A sustainability plan was developed with the City of Decorah during the spring, summer, and fall of 2010, with input from dozens of organizations and businesses and hundreds of local citizens. It is meant as …

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Home Energy Monitoring with Decorah High School Students

June 23, 2010

Have you ever wondered how much electricity your microwave used (or computer, or range, or “¦ you get the picture)? Or how much your whole house is using right now?We’re working on a collaborative project …

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