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Final 2018 Film Series: December 13th, Tapped

November 19, 2018
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If you’re in Floyd County or the surrounding counties and region, you’ll know that the weather has been strange and wild. We had to reschedule a film about climate change in October because Hurricane Michael flooded the majority of the region, but in November, the first ice storm blew through causing power outages, slick roads,...

“Everyone Can Do Something”: Decoding the Weather Machine

October 19, 2018
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On October 18th, we screened Decoding the Weather Machine as a part of our evening film series. And despite having to postpone the film by a week because Hurricane Michael had slammed through our town, flooding the roads, and making it impossible for some people to drive, we had a great turnout with several people there...
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Breakfast at the Market 2018 Cancelled

September 21, 2018
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We’re sorry we’ll miss seeing everyone for this year’s Breakfast at the Market, but unfortunately, we’ve had to cancel the day and event. Thank you for your enthusiasm for this event. We will be back next year!
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Rural Virginia renewable energy fest sparks curiosity, not controversy – 2nd Annual Floyd Energy Fest

July 30, 2018
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Article by Mason Adams In a community where renewables have provoked backlash, expo offered a showcase for clean energy entrepreneurs, advocates. Renewable energy is still a controversial topic in Floyd County, Virginia, but solar-baked chocolate chip cookies? Not so much. Children huddled around Alex Haney, a project manager for Affordable Energy Concepts, as he slid...
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Thank You to Everyone for #GiveBigNRV!

April 19, 2018
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Thank you to everyone who donated to us for this year’s GiveBigNRV day. We are floored! Because of you, we will be able to build and supply a recycling center in the Pavillion this year for the Floyd Farmers Market. We will also be able to provide shade tents for the 2nd Annual Floyd Energy Fest and...
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Save the Date: Second Annual Floyd Energy Fest

April 6, 2018
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Join us on July 14th from 10AM to 5PM for our 2nd Annual Floyd Energy Fest! We had such a great time last year that we’ve decided to do it again! On July 14th, SustainFloyd is hosting its second annual Floyd Energy Fest at Chantilly Farm and Campgrounds. Join us for incredible discussions in renewable...

“Heart of Gold: A Tribute to Neil Young” Concert at Dogtown, March 30

March 23, 2018
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“Who’s going to stand up and save the Earth?” Neil Young once sang. Young has not been secret or silent about his environmental activism over the years with albums such as Earth (2016) or The Monsanto Years (2015). In honor of the man who bucks the system, Jeff Liverman and a group of local musicians...
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SEED: The Untold Story Inspires Locals to Dig Deeper

February 28, 2018
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On February 22nd, SustainFloyd screened SEED: The Untold Story as a part of their Spring 2018 Film Series. During the film, many noticed the hardships that face farmers today from extreme debt, pesticide control, and diminishing seed varieties. After the film, the group was left in a sort of somber yet still hopeful state as...
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WSET Lynchburg Talks with SustainFloyd About The Personal Climate Pledge

February 14, 2018
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On February 13th, Annie Andersen of WSET – Lynchburg came to Floyd to talk with Vice President Fred First and board member Woody Crenshaw about our Personal Climate Pledge. To read the full article, click here. To watch the interview, click on the image below!

WTVF Radio Interviews SustainFloyd About Personal Climate Pledge

February 2, 2018
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SustainFloyd had a chance to talk to Robbie Harris with WTVF Radio about our newest project, The Personal Climate Pledge. To listen or read the interview, follow this link.
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SustainFloyd Seeks Farmers Market Manager

January 31, 2018
Floyd Farmers Market July 2015
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SustainFloyd Foundation Job Description: Farmers Market Manager February 2018 Overview Application deadline: February 15, 2018 SustainFloyd Foundation seeks to enter into a contract for services with a new Manager for its Farmers Market. The services include managing all aspects of the Floyd Farmers Market; being an advocate for the market and for its host the...

Landcare Australia Member, Steve Burgess visits with SustainFloyd

January 29, 2018
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Last week, SustainFloyd was visited by Steve Burgess, a Landcare Australia member as well as a Queensland conservationist and farmer. Escorted by our good friend and founding member Jerry Moles, Steve had a lot of interest in SustainFloyd and we have accomplished. Having recently won the Bob Hawke Landcare Award, a $50,000 prize for work...
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