By John Mura Office of the Secretary Across the Commonwealth, creative citizens are busy thinking of ways that Kentucky’s abandoned mine lands in Appalachia can be turned into places that will attract full-time, sustainable jobs to the region. This follows the state receiving up to $30 million in […]
Alders are beautiful and functional plants. They are fast growing and can easily be trained to a tree-like form by removing lower branches. Rapid growth in open habitats, wide tolerance to soil types, and potential for soil conditioning make tag alder useful in rehabilitation of disturbed sites, including […]
Why wait? Save on energy costs now! By Eileen Hardy Department for Energy Development and Independence The message bears repeating. “Good things are happening in Kentucky,” said Brad Thomas, associate manager of economic development at East Kentucky Power Cooperative, during his presentation to kick-off the “C-Suite Energy Forum” […]