In June 2019, Whitesburg-based media, arts and cultural center, Appalshop, unveiled the largest net-metered solar energy system in Eastern ... Read This Post
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Johnson County Resident Brings New Expertise to Community
The new year marks a time of transition for many people, including a recent graduate of MACED's New Energy Internship program. With greater ... Read This Post
Non-Profits Being Charged Sales Tax
There are over 19,000 non-profits registered in the state of Kentucky according to the Kentucky Nonprofit Network’s recent report. Each dollar that ... Read This Post
Solar in Kentucky
The growing power of the people in Kentucky could dwindle – literally – in the new year. On January 1, 2020, the Net Metering Act will go into ... Read This Post
Appalachia’s New Day: Rural Hospitals in Eastern Kentucky
Because of budget and healthcare cuts in recent years, many rural hospitals have had to close, or merge into larger hospital systems to stay viable. ... Read This Post
Benham– A Small Town’s Utility Helps Homeowners Save
Benham, Kentucky, a small town of 500 people in far southeastern Kentucky, is frequently featured in the news for its leadership in building a new ... Read This Post
Funding for Solar or Other Building Upgrades
Eastern Kentucky non-profits and community facilities may be eligible for funding for building upgrades or equipment purchases, including renewable ... Read This Post
Radon in Kentucky
Energy efficiency upgrades can help save your wallet, but they can also help save your health. For example, a recent study showed that 50 ... Read This Post
New Energy Intern in Paintsville Office
Earlier this month we welcomed a New Energy Intern to the MACED staff. Zac Ebersole, a resident of Lawrence County, Kentucky, will be spending the ... Read This Post
Appalachia’s New Day: Solar in Eastern Kentucky
We know that eastern Kentucky will need to diversify its energy use and consumption in the years to come, and one promising way to do this is by ... Read This Post
HOMES Inc to Save $1900+ Per Year on Energy
In Fall 2018, Whitesburg-based housing non-profit HOMES, Inc. made investments in new energy-efficient water heaters and wi-fi thermostats with ... Read This Post
Building Operator Certification
Running a building isn’t the job it used to be, and investing in technology isn’t enough. A well-trained facilities staff makes the difference in ... Read This Post
