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January 2021
Energy Lunch: RREAL Solar
RREAL Solar, based in Backus, MN works to make solar available to communities of all income levels. Join us on Tuesday, January 19th via Zoom to hear about their work! Register at energydistrict.org/breakfast by January 18th to get the zoom link for the event.
Find out more »February 2021
February Energy Lunch: Policy Updates
Kerri Johannsen, Iowa Environmental Council. and Steve Falk, Environmental Law and Policy Center will join WED's Andy Johnson for a panel discussion of the big energy policy issues of 2021. Their discussion will cover local, state, and national issues. Join us on Tuesday, February 16th via Zoom to hear about their work! Join us from the comfort of your home from 12-1 on February 16th. RSVP at energydistrict.org/breakfast by Monday, February 15th…
Find out more »March 2021
March Energy Lunch: Regional EV Planning
Join us on Tuesday, March 16th, to hear from Michelle Barnes of Upper Explorerland. She'll be filling us in on the regional EV infrastructure planning currently underway in Northeast Iowa. Register at energydistrict.org/breakfast to receive a Zoom link.
Find out more »October 2022
Get Charged Up! EV Event
Join us for the Northeast Iowa Get Charged Up! EV Event! A line up of subject matter experts and panel discussions will introduce attendees to community electric vehicle (EV) readiness, EV fleet transitions, charging infrastructure deployment, funding opportunities and more. Also check out the EV exhibit, Ride and Drive opportunity, and vendors. Our goal is to bring engagement around this expanding technology to our local communities so they can capitalize…
Find out more »April 2024
2024 Earth Day Festival
Join Winneshiek Energy District, Winneshiek County Conservation and community partners for a fun morning of earth-friendly activities, vendors, snacks, and more! The 2024 Earth Day Festival will be held from 9:00 am-12:00 pm on Saturday, April 20th in the Community Building and Danan Lansing Building at the Winneshiek County Fairgrounds in Decorah, IA. Find your next step into clean energy Discover your next home energy efficiency project by talking energy planner Paul…
Find out more »May 2024
May Energy Lunch | An All Electric, Solar Shingle, Amish Built, Forever Home.
When Joe Deden and Mary Bell built their all-electric, energy-savvy "Forever Home" in Lanesboro Minnesota, they designed with sustainability in mind. Their design includes solar shingles, battery backup, smart electric panel, in-floor heat and air-to-water heat pump for heating and cooling. Join us on Tuesday, May 21 at noon to hear about their experience designing and building a new home with the latest in clean energy technology. View the recording on…
Find out more »June 2024
June Energy Lunch | Solar Financing for Nonprofits
Are you a nonprofit interested in adding solar energy to your building or site? Join Commercial Lender Mike Ludeking to explore the incentives and financing available to nonprofits. There's never been a better time to consider going solar! Mike works with businesses – large and small, farms and non-profit organizations to assist them with renewable energy financing. This event is made possible thanks to partnership with greenpenny Bank and Allamakee County Energy District. The Energy Lunch…
Find out more »July 2024
Home Energy Office Hours
With the rollout of the Inflation Reduction Act, there are more energy incentives and programs than ever for homeowners and renters to take advantage of. Whether you're interested in reducing your energy bills, improving the air quality and comfort of your home, or reducing your environmental impact, we're here to listen to your concerns and share any information, resources, and personal insights we can to help you take your next…
Find out more »WED at Winneshiek County Fair
Visit the Winneshiek Energy District in the exhibit hall located in the Community Building at the Winneshiek County Fair July 9-13, 2024.
Find out more »July Energy Lunch & Learn | Energy Efficient Cooling (and Heating!)
Summer energy bills got you down? Join energy planner Paul Cutting to learn about the most energy efficient cooling system around: heat pumps. Looking to install cooling in your home, or need to upgrade your air conditioning unit soon? This lunch webinar will be your guide to low cost, low carbon home cooling (spoiler alert: AND heating!). The Energy Lunch & Learn program is a monthly virtual webinar series that…
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