Positive Impact: Embracing Renewable Energy

In this episode of Into the Outdoors, Adventure Team members Zach, Aubrey, Chloe and Charlie explore the changing energy industry and how some organizations are leading the way to a greener future.

From alternative energy-saving resources in the home to electrifying the transportation industry, our Adventure Team learns about lowering our individual carbon footprints.

But it doesn’t stop there!

Our team also learns about lowering the carbon footprint of entire communities through the greening of the electrical grid as well as investing in net zero designs for schools and businesses.

Tag along with us to see how the energy industry is flipping to switch to renewable energy!

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Classroom Videos

Energy On The Move

A Net Zero Pioneer

Transportation and Our Carbon Footprint

At Home Climate Solutions

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Energy On The Move

Net Zero Pioneer

Embracing Renewable Energy

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