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Kentucky's Solar Homes: Hope for Flood Survivors Amid Challenges

1/30/2025

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Eastern Kentucky is taking bold steps to help flood survivors by relocating them to solar-powered homes built on reclaimed coal strip mines, part of a $800 million climate disaster plan. While this initiative promises safer living for over 600 families, it faces hurdles like high construction costs and community pushback.

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Eastern Kentucky is taking bold steps to help flood survivors by relocating them to solar-powered homes built on reclaimed coal strip mines, part of a $800 million climate disaster plan. While this initiative promises safer living for over 600 families, it faces hurdles like high construction costs and community pushback.