Mountain Association
@mtassociationky
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Nonprofit building a new economy in East KY. We offer solar/energy savings, low interest loans, and other support. Follow for stories of great things happening!
Central Appalachia
Joined September 2012
In the next half, you’ll learn how to safeguard your business in the face of natural disasters. Participants can sign up for free one-on-one consulting with an attorney after the training to cover any remaining questions.
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Our very own Robert Allen was a guest on the Prestonsburg Pulse Podcast! Hear how this small town stands out from others across the US. This podcast is great way to spark conversation in the community about development ideas. Kudos Steve & Allen!
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As we welcome 2025, we are looking back at the incredible work that happened in our communities in 2024. Read the stories and more about our impact numbers here ➡️
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The new dates for the 2025 round of grants for farmers and their energy projects were just announced by the Kentucky Agricultural Development Fund! We're always happy to help farms apply for this program and plan for energy savings projects. Details ➡️
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How Kentucky Communities Can Benefit As Large-Scale Solar Comes to Town
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A great write-up by our friends at The Nature Conservancy of Kentucky on the Leslie County Animal Shelter's solar and power back up project. Supported by so many wonderful grant partners! Read the story 🐶
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RT @workingfilms: 🎥🌍🌱 Rural climate advocates: Apply for the 2025 @workingfilms Rural Cinema program to engage your community on environmen…
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long been limited. Through low-interest financing and targeted technical assistance our team is working with OCARE to build a foundation for their successful launch and sustainable future. Learn more about these issues and Owsley's childcare champions:
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Last week our Energy Analyst, Josh Bills, spoke at the Governors Conference on Energy and Environment about resources for communities and businesses interested in energy savings projects ☀️💵
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'Long wasn’t always a believer. He recognized that solar panels on rooftops saved electricity but didn’t think they made sense economically w/o subsidies because of their upfront costs. The #s on a spreadsheet presented by Josh Bills of Mt Association convinced him otherwise.'
In her old house — built 100 years ago by a coal company — Lois Thompson couldn’t afford to run the heat pump. So she heated just one room with a propane heater. Now she lives in a new "net zero" house. Her latest power bill: $21.61. @liamniemeyer
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Alexandria Knipp with the Mountain Association works directly with fellow disabled Appalachians to empower their small businesses and creative practices. She is one of many people aiming to grow better livelihoods for themselves and other disabled people in the region.
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A new op-ed from Chris Woolery from our Energy Team.
Kentucky’s new energy landscape: the controversy surrounding large solar farms. | Opinion
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week where we will be on *three* panels to share about our lessons learned around energy savings/clean energy, supporting businesses with technical assistance that works, and leadership transitions! Can't wait!
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We're partnering with Appalachian Arts Alliance for this FREE event in Hazard tomorrow October 12. Come get your professional photo taken to use for your small business or artist projects! Or join us for a crowdfunding 101 workshop! Registration required:
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