Land Conservation, Renewable Energy & The Road to Net Zero

This week, Monica and Steve sit down and have a frank discussion about Serenbe’s roadmap to achieving net zero carbon emissions. From land conservation and stormwater management to our organic farm, which provides fresh, local food for our residents and restaurants. sustainability has been built into Serenbe’s community model from the very beginning. Looking ahead, solar energy, transportation, and EV charging are at the forefront of Steve’s mind. In this episode, we explore the human benefits of environmentally friendly practices (ahem, noise pollution and air quality) as well as the challenges. Show NotesCommunity Model: Building for a Net Zero Future by Steve Nygren (Drawdown GA)Healthy Soil, Healthy Food, Healthy People (Life at Serenbe Blog)The Water Beneath Us (Life at Serenbe Blog)LEED rating system (U.S. Green Building System)EarthCraft Certification Southface InstituteGeothermal Heating and Cooling (EPA)How Does Solar Work? (US Department of Energy)How Georgia Became A Surprising Bright Spot In The U.S. Solar Industry (NPR)The new book, Start In Your Own Backyard, is out and available for ordering.  Step off the treadmill of life and book a stay at the Inn at Serenbe. Use code Serenbe Stories when you book online or over the phone and receive 10% off your stay!Learn more about Serenbe and see our Events Calendar. Order your copy of Start In Your Own Backyard: Transforming Where You Live with Radical Common Sense by Serenbe founder Steve Nygren.