Thurman "Darby" Essie from Sioux Valley Dakota Nation is making waves as an energy advocate, cutting hydro bills and boosting energy efficiency in Indigenous communities. Initially training to become a chef, Darby shifted his focus to environmental advocacy, leveraging community programs and partnerships. Funded by the Indigenous Community Energy Efficiency Program from Efficiency Manitoba, his work tackles energy issues, trains locals, builds community trust, and creates future job opportunities in energy efficiency.

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