At Shaping Our Appalachian Region (SOAR), we are committed to creating a brighter future for Eastern Kentucky. Today, we’re excited to announce the launch of our latest resource: the Foundational Guide to Energy Opportunities and Economic Growth in Eastern Kentucky. This free e-book is designed to empower local leaders, businesses, and communities to access the wealth of energy funding and investment opportunities available right now.
With a focus on reducing the region’s energy burden and driving economic stability, this guide offers a step-by-step approach to identifying and securing energy investments that can make a lasting impact in our communities.
What’s Inside the Guide?
The Foundational Guide to Energy Opportunities is packed with valuable information, including:
- Identifying the Best Energy Projects: Discover which energy investments will provide the greatest benefits to Eastern Kentucky’s economy, from grid infrastructure upgrades to energy-efficient housing.
- Financing and Funding Solutions: Learn how to access financing options, grants, and incentives tailored for local governments, nonprofits, businesses, and individuals.
- Navigating Incentives for Clean Energy: Get insights into tax credits and other incentives that can make energy upgrades more affordable for homeowners and businesses.
- Practical Tools for Success: Access links to additional resources, such as our Grants 101 Playbook, to help you prepare competitive funding applications.
Why Download This Guide?
Eastern Kentucky is facing unique challenges, including high energy costs and a loss of prime-age workers. But with the right strategies and investments, we can turn these challenges into opportunities. Our goal is to help you take advantage of the billions in energy funding available to drive job creation, reduce energy costs, and improve the quality of life for residents across the region.
By downloading this guide, you’ll gain access to:
- A roadmap for securing funding for local energy projects.
- Strategies to reduce energy burdens for residents and businesses.
- Tools to make your community more resilient and prepared for future growth.
A Word from Our Energy Innovation Coordinator
This guide is here to make life easier for our local leaders, businesses, and community members! Instead of spending hours hunting for answers, you’ve got everything you need right at your fingertips. We put this together to streamline the search for energy opportunities that can boost our economy and bring more jobs to our region. Dive in and take a look!
– Kacy Hicks, Energy Innovation Coordinator, SOAR
Kacy Hicks, our Energy Innovation Coordinator, has been instrumental in developing this guide and ensuring it aligns with the needs of communities throughout Eastern Kentucky. Her expertise and passion for creating a sustainable energy future have shaped this valuable resource.
Download the Guide and Start Building a Brighter Future
We believe that with the right knowledge and tools, every community in Eastern Kentucky can thrive. Download the Foundational Guide to Energy Opportunities today and take the first step toward a more sustainable, economically resilient future. Click here to get your free copy!