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Energy Planning Services

Your energy district is a trusted partner to help you assess opportunities and implement energy efficiency and clean energy upgrades at your home, farm, and/or business. Together we can achieve 100% local, clean, efficient energy by 2050.

Clean Energy Coaching

For homes and businesses

Do you need some free advice on energy improvements for your home?  Maybe you’re interested in taking advantage of the new rebates and tax credits for electric appliances and renewable energy? Or perhaps you’re thinking about options like a heat pump, but don’t need a full home energy assessment. Whatever your need, we’ll work with you to answer your energy questions and help you develop a plan to move forward.

Learn more about energy coaching.


Comprehensive Energy Assessment

For homes and businesses

Knowledge is power, and the Comprehensive Energy Assessment will provide you with complete information about your home’s energy use and efficiency. You will receive a written report with actionable steps to improve your home’s efficiency.

Learn more about the comprehensive home energy assessment.


Solar Site Assessment

For homes, farms, and businesses

Interested in solar but don’t know where to start?  A Winneshiek Energy District Solar Site Assessment for your home, business or farm gives you the information you need to make informed decisions when purchasing a solar system.  We’ll provide you with a comprehensive analysis of your past energy use while also taking into consideration future energy goals, all from a neutral third party.

Learn more about the solar site assessment.


USDA REAP Coaching

For farms and businesses

Looking to cost-share your next energy project for your farm or business?  The USDA’s Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) can help. Our trained guide will help you determine eligibility, and help craft a competitive application so you can spend less on energy, and more on your business. (Note: this program does not apply to work-from-home businesses)

Learn more about the REAP program and connect with a coach.