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February 2017
Rob Hogg Listening Post in Elkader
The Clayton Energy District with The Clayton County Democrats and The Clayton County Conservation Awareness Network are enthusiastic about hosting Iowa State Senator and Minority Leader Rob Hogg on February 2nd at 7pm at Johnson’s Restaurant in Elkader. Johnson’s pie, coffee and tea will be served. We will hear Sen. Hogg’s optimistic vision and strategy for the upcoming legislative session. We have asked Senator Hogg to speak about and hear…
Find out more »June 2017
Northeast Iowa Farm Energy Fair
SAVE THE DATE This day long Farm Energy Fair will feature opportunities for farmers to learn about ways to decrease their energy use and save money through energy efficiency measures, and learn about owning their own renewable energy generation. With technical assistance experts, financial assistance gurus, and local contractors under the same roof, you won't want to miss this opportunity to learn they best ways for your farm business to reduce your its energy…
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WED at Winneshiek County Fair
Come find us at the Winneshiek County Fair! We'll be at booth N9 in the North exhibit hall.
Find out more »March 2018
Special Election Day: Decorah Public Power
Turn out for the historic May 1st election to cast your vote to authorize the City of Decorah to pursue a city-run electric utility. Find your polling place, vote early, or request a free ride to vote: https://decorahpower.org/vote-yes/#voting-location
Find out more »May 2018
Decorah Municipal Electric Utility Referendum: Voting Day
The city of Decorah is holding a special election asking the question: "Shall the City of Decorah, in the County of Winneshiek, State of Iowa, be authorized to establish a Municipally-owned electric utility?" Be sure to get out there and vote! Find your voting location (Decorah Power website). Read the feasibility studies on the City of Decorah website.
Find out more »June 2018
Fest(EV)al: Northeast Iowa’s Premier Electric Car Festival
Join Winneshiek Energy District and local partners for an electric vehicle car extravaganza featuring a variety of makes and models to view, workshops, activities, and more! Educational workshops New electric vehicles at the EV Expo (stay tuned for a list of confirmed dealerships) Kids Activities by Green Iowa AmeriCorps Local Electric vehicle show: view even more makes and models and talk to the owners Brat fry by Decorah Rotary Club Moo Mobile ice cream And more!…
Find out more »Your Voice Needed At Franchise Forum Saturday
Winneshiek Energy District encourages all Decorahans interested in locally-owned clean energy opportunities to attend the public forum at city hall this Saturday morning, 9-11 AM, regarding the electric utility franchise agreement. The Energy District suggests that the bottom line of any franchise agreement should be to keep all options open and retain maximum flexibility and leverage for the city into the future. Long ago, franchise agreements were much more significant contractual arrangements between communities…
Find out more »July 2018
Reinventing Power film screening
Reinventing Power: America’s Renewable Energy Boom takes us across the country to hear directly from the people making our clean energy future achievable. These individuals are working to rebuild what’s broken, rethink what’s possible, and revitalize communities. These stories are proof that America does not need to choose between keeping our lights on and protecting our communities. Critically, Reinventing Power underscores the notion that we don’t have to sacrifice jobs for…
Find out more »E-Waste Round-up at the Market
Where: Winneshiek Farmers Market, Oneota Co-op Parking lot, Decorah When: Wednesday, July 25th, 3:00 - 6:00 PM What: Accepted items: old cell phones, chargers, iPods/MP3 players, and headphones. You can also mail your e-waste to Emily with a postmark date of 7/24 or sooner: Emily Osborne c/o Winneshiek Energy District, PO Box 14, Decorah, IA 52101. Participants will help conserve wildlife by reducing the need for mining and human interference by donating…
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