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Unit 3: Sustainability of Energy Resources

Host Raiany Silva visits a solar panel farm in Hiram and a sustainable community south of Atlanta. Various experts explain the differences between renewable and nonrenewable resources, while also demonstrating best practices to conserve energy and how students can audit their own energy-usage.

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Segment A: Renewable v. Nonrenewable Energy

Here to teach us a little bit about clean energy is energy expert Alan Shedd. Follow along as he takes host Raiany Silva on a tour through an active solar farm right here in Georgia. 

Segment B: Conservation of Energy

It's important to recognize the impact humans have on the environment. In this segment of Let's Go Enviro, hear from Greystone Power representative, Drew Hook, as he recounts the various ways we can reduce our carbon footprint and become more conscious consumers. 

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Segment C: Sustainability in Practice

Follow host Raiany Silva and Chief Operating Officer, Garnie Nygren, into the new-urban village of Serenbe. This community utilizes emerging technologies such as specialized solar panels, insulation, and even strategic window placement to reach its goal of a "net zero" environmental impact. 

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