In this conversation, Jim Malooley, Director of Agrivoltaics Operations at Silicon Ranch, discusses the innovative intersection of agriculture and renewable energy through agrivoltaics. He explains how sheep farming can coexist with solar energy production, enhancing food security and creating job opportunities in rural communities.

The discussion also highlights the revival of shepherding as a profession, the importance of technology in traditional practices, and the potential for agrivoltaics to reshape the agricultural landscape.

Keywords:

Agrivoltaics, renewable energy, agriculture, solar panels, sheep farming, sustainable practices, community development, regenerative agriculture, energy security, food security

Credits:

Intro and outro song "Runnin' On Sunshine”

Performed by: Reveille

Written by: Brendan St. Gelais (BMI 100%)

Published by: Boss Soundstripe Productions (BMI 100%)

In this podcast episode of Front Porch Chats, you'll learn about Flint Energies' Bright Ideas Grant for Teachers among some of our other teacher grant programs.

Jake Harvey, Mossy Creek Middle School Teacher, has been the recipient of several of our teacher grants. He shares his winning curriculum entry ideas and how the process worked for him on the podcast.

⁠Apply for the Bright Ideas Grant on our website. ⁠

• The grant application opens June 2, 2025
• Our early bird deadline is Friday, September 5, 2025.
• Final deadline is Friday, September 19, 2025.
• Contact Blair Brown with questions. Blair's ⁠contact information can be found on the Bright Ideas page⁠.

We also discuss the Full STEAM Ahead Grant and our Operation Round Up/Foundation Grant on the podcast.

⁠Follow us on Facebook⁠ to get reminders on deadlines for these grant opportunities!

Credits:

Intro and outro song "Runnin' On Sunshine"

Performed by: Reveille

Written by: Brendan St. Gelais (BMI 100%)

Published by: Boss Soundstripe Productions (BMI 100%)

EMPOWERed to Lead - Student Spotlight with Laura Kate Cody

In this conversation, host Natalie Bradley interviews Laura Kate Cody, a graduate of the Empower Youth Leadership program. They discuss Laura Kate's experiences, the impact of the program on her leadership skills, and the opportunities it has opened for her. The conversation highlights the importance of networking, understanding economic development, and personal growth as Laura Kate prepares for her life after high school.

To learn more about our EMPOWER program and to watch a video of some of our incredible students from previous program, please visit https://flintenergies.com/empower.

Applications are open to sophomores in February, so make sure to ask your high school counselor about our program if you’re in Crawford, Macon, Marion, Peach, Schley, Talbot or Taylor County, or set a calendar reminder to come back and check our blog for the application to open!

Keywords:

Empower Youth Leadership, youth leadership, personal development, community engagement, Georgia Cooperative, Flint Energies Youth Leadership program, economic development, leadership skills, mentorship, youth empowerment, rural leadership

Credits:

Intro and outro song "Runnin' On Sunshine”

Performed by: Reveille

Written by: Brendan St. Gelais (BMI 100%)

Published by: Boss Soundstripe Productions (BMI 100%)