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July 2018
July Energy Breakfast
Farm Energy Dollars and Sense Winneshiek Energy District’s July energy breakfast will feature new data and analysis on energy usage in northeast Iowa agriculture. It will be held Tuesday July 17th, at 7:30am at Tbocks lower level. The public is welcome and asked to register at energydistrict.org/breakfast. The event will feature a panel of brief presentations and a discussion. Panel members include Brad Crawford, Consultant with the Energy District; the…
Find out more »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…
Find out more »August 2018
Green Iowa AmeriCorps Farewell Potluck
Join us in celebrating and saying farewell to the 2018-19 Green Iowa AmeriCorps team. Ashely, Drew, Emily, and Hannah served as full-time members, putting in over 1700 hours of service to northeast Iowa each! We'll meet at a picnic shelter, look for the WED yard signs. The potluck will start at 6:30, with a moment of recognition around 7pm. All are welcome. Please bring a dish to pass and your…
Find out more »August Energy Breakfast
The Winneshiek Energy District welcomes Carmen Finken from the University of Northern Iowa's Center for Energy and Environmental Education to the monthly Energy Breakfast program on August 21. Carmen oversees Sustainable Schools AmeriCorps, a new resource and catalyst that is helping Iowa school districts to build a more energized and sustainable future. Sustainable Schools AmeriCorps (SSA) works to reduce district-wide energy costs and assist teachers and staff in implementing environmental…
Find out more »September 2018
September Energy Breakfast: All Electric Everything
Transitioning to electric heating and transportation is becoming a clear choice for individuals looking to own their power and decrease carbon emissions while doing so. Join Winneshiek Energy District staff and for a conversation around the question "Why, how, and when should I go electric?" Registration is free. Breakfast is $10 to be paid at the event. Register by Thursday, September 13th if you are going to eat breakfast. Learn…
Find out more »October 2018
National Solar Tour
Join the largest solar tour in the country! Join at: nationalsolartour.org/sign-up. OR plan to attend. Click here to find tour stops in your neighborhood.
Find out more »October Breakfast: Solsmart
Nine northeast Iowa cities and counties are partnering with the Energy Districts of northeast Iowa to evaluate the potential to achieve SolSmart designation. SolSmart is a national program that certifies local governments as solar friendly, or “open for solar business”. This regional SolSmart collaborative is the topic of the October Energy Breakfast, to be held at Tbocks downstairs, on Tuesday October 16th at 7:30 am. All are welcome and requested…
Find out more »RSVP for a Home Reception
You're invited to an Energy District Home Reception Every year we invite members and non-members to gather in homes to learn about the activities of the Winneshiek Energy District. With snacks in hand, you'll learn about ways that you can support a vision of 100% local, renewable, efficient energy in our county. Join us for beverages and light hors d'oeuvres from 5-6 PM at the home reception of your choice.…
Find out more »November 2018
Support Local Energy Work With A Charitable Gift
If we are fortunate enough to be on your list for year-end giving, we thank you for supporting the local energy programming that is accelerating the adoption of local, renewable energy in Northeast Iowa. JOIN or RENEW your annual membership here. Looking for a budget-friendly way to give? Consider a Sustaining Monthly Donation. Thank you for supporting a more sustainable Winneshiek County!
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