Built America Magazine | South
23 ““They’re economically smart. For the builder. For the homeowner. For the grid.” Jennifer agrees: “We do continuing education not just for builders but for subcontractors and vendors. We’ve run workshops on stormwater management, edible native landscaping, invasive species prevention, and more. It’s about reshaping how we see the home — from structure to ecosystem.” One standout example is their Appalachian Offsets program, which covered Isaac Dixon Elementary with solar panels. “It made them one of the most efficient grade schools in the state,” Dan says. “Imagine what that teaches a child, to grow up learning under renewable energy.”
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