Several speakers discussed solar power from various perspectives during the September 25 Iowa School Energy Conference in Ames. Tyler Puls of Des Moines Public Schools discussed his district’s experience with a school-owned solar project, while Julie Weisshar of EAIS...
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Trainings for radon testing under way
Steve Guyer of the Iowa Environmental Council spoke about the Inflation Reduction Act, net metering, and direct pay for clean energy incentives the September 25 Iowa School Energy Conference in Ames.
IRA benefits for Iowa schools
Steve Guyer of the Iowa Environmental Council spoke about the Inflation Reduction Act, net metering, and direct pay for clean energy incentives the September 25 Iowa School Energy Conference in Ames.
Electrification brings budget stability, health benefits
Jacob Serfling of the Midwest Decarbonization Coalition spoke about the benefits of building electrification at the September 25 Iowa School Energy Conference in Ames.
Electric buses drive toward the future
Tim Hood and Tim Lemrick of Sidney Community School District (CSD) spoke about their experiences working with electric school buses at the September 25 Iowa School Energy Conference in Ames. The district, according to Hood, acquired three electric school buses after...
The New Guy learns about EAIS, Part 2
You don’t know what you don’t know. As the new guy around the Energy Association of Iowa Schools (EAIS) office, I’m in heavy duty learning mode. Because there’s a lot I didn’t know about this nimble organization’s to-do list. EAIS provides energy management, radon...
Iowa School Energy Conference ’24 speakers and topics
Slated for September 25 at ISU's Reiman Gardens, the Iowa School Energy Conference, presented by Energy Association of Iowa Schools, will feature some of the most talented and experienced speakers in Iowa's clean energy space. With emphasis on How Do These Policies,...
The New Guy Learns about EAIS, Part 1
You don't know what you don't know. As the new guy around the Energy Association of Iowa Schools (EAIS) office, I’m in warp speed learning mode. Because there’s a lot I didn’t know about this nimble organization’s to-do list. In short, EAIS provides energy management,...
Iowa School Energy Conference approaches-Register Now
Want to learn how to leverage federal dollars and energy generation and/or efficiency to save General Fund dollars? Iowa's public school districts are invited to attend the Iowa School Energy Conference and get ahead...
Only nine months remain to complete required radon testing
Objects in mirror are closer than they appear: Register now for October radon test Kickoffs It seems a long way into the future. After all, it’s about three years away. But when it comes to the State of Iowa mandate that all schools test their facilities for radon by...
Join Our Team–EAIS Is Hiring!
Energy Association of Iowa Schools (EAIS) is looking for a dedicated, fun and hardworking person to provide organizational and administrative support to the EAIS executive director. This person will also assist with the development, creation and implementation of EAIS...
Remembering Kelly Needles
Energy Association of Iowa Schools (EAIS) is sad to share that one of our original supporters, Kelly Needles, has passed away. One of our favorite things about Kelly was his positive attitude. When you asked how he was doing, even as he was fighting cancer, every day...
Radon: Iowa Public Schools Keeping Students Safe
Did you know that radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers in the United States? Iowa's public schools are required by law to test for and fix elevated radon levels. However, homes are likely to be the most significant source of radon exposure. Join...
EAIS Awarded Region 14 Intermediary Grant
Energy Association of Iowa Schools (EAIS), a statewide nonprofit based in Creston, IA, has been selected by Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) as Area/Region 14's Intermediary Work-Based Learning Grant recipient for the 2023-24 school year. EAIS is excited to be working...