Name
Alternative Energy Models and How to Boost Your Farm's Energy Efficiency
Date & Time
Thursday, February 16, 2023, 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
Description
Steve O'Shea, co-owner of 3 Porch Farm with Mandy O'Shea, has a background in construction and sustainable technologies. He has installed over 36 Kilowatts of solar at 3 Porch and is keen on sharing the basics of how you can make a return on investment on a solar install on your farm in as little as two years. Hear from Mike Harrell from Ag Solar as he provides an overview of the REAP program, contracting solar installations, and the federal tax credit process for farmers looking to boost their farm's energy efficiency. Ben Sterling from McIntosh SEED, in partnership with Georgia Organics in the Drawdown GA climate solutions effort, will introduce the Climate Smart Farmer Program, a new opportunity for farmers in Georgia that want to implement climate-smart strategies on their farm.