Energize Appalachia focuses on the programs of COAD (Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development) and their impact on the communities in our region by speaking with the individuals who make it happen. In this episode, we talk about all things solar from COAD and the impact on our communities! We cover a wide range of topics, from solar programs for residential use to solar job training, and even exciting new programs studying the reuse of damaged and recycled panels. 

Energize Appalachia focuses on the programs of COAD (Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development) and their impact on the communities in our region by talking to the people who are making that happen. In this episode, our central theme is the impact of our Weatherization Training Programs, and other partnerships in the region based out of our Training Center. We learn about Recovery Point in Parkersburg, meet our instructors, and go out on the job with a graduate of the training programs.

Welcome to Energize Appalachia, the brand new podcast from the Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development coming in August 2024! We focus on the programs of COAD and their impact on the communities in our region by talking to the people who are making that happen. Check out this trailer for the first episode, and be sure to subscribe and follow us to be notified of its release.