February 1 to 5 has been declared Clean Energy Week .
“The Primary Objective of Clean Energy Week is to engage Congress and the Administration to take action on climate solutions, renewable energy, and energy efficiency, which remain top priorities for the American people and are essential components of job creation and economic growth.”
Highland Craftsmen Inc is excited to add solar energy to our material processing. We have historically purchased renewable energy credits to offset the small amount of grid energy we use in manufacturing. By spring, the electricity we once used for our kilns will now be supplied from photovoltaic panels. We are so excited. The solar panels are also a pre-requisite for our Cradle to Cradle Certification.
Our project was awarded Federal Recovery Act funds that are being handed down through The North Carolina Energy Office, in partnership with the N.C. Main Street Center. There will be a second round of funding for Main Street designated towns and businesses. The businesses best positioned for the awards already have written plans, energy assessments and serious numbers in place that substantiate the grant. HC would like to be grid free in 5 years.
