Striving for Energy Independence
The City of Altoona is committed to doing its part for the environment. A couple of the measures it is currently taking include:
- Windmill powers leachate pump which moves liquid from landfill to sanitary sewer
- Dodge Charger deactivates 8 to 6 cylinders dependent on power demand
- Cyclone water heater is 96% efficient, fully condensing
- Solar energy powers flashing stop sign
Click here to read the 2010 Wisconsin Energy Independent Community Partnership 25 x 25 Plan for Energy Independence Report completed by the Chippewa Valley Partnership.
Rain to Rivers
The Rain to Rivers... Wise Choices for Cleaner Waters is an education campaign sponsored by the Chippewa Valley Storm Water Forum aimed at protecting and improving the quality of local lakes, streams, rivers, and wetlands. Click here to learn more.
Please feel free to contact the City of Altoona for more ways on how both the city and its residents can help the environment.
