Cogeneration & Storage
We produce our own power and enough to cover storing and selling back to the grid. This reduces risk in power failure (plant death) and energy price shocks.
CO2 is food for plants
Not only do we make use of the excess heat from power production, we also capture the CO2 and use as fertilizer for plants. Talk about lowering greenhouse gas emissions!
Sensor Tech Strawberry Scoring
We are working on technology that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to score strawberries in a non-destructive way. Customer will know exactly how sweet the strawberry is with the sticker.
Growing food where we live
Circular economic model
Growing locally helps reduce the miles food travels, enhancing quality and reducing pollution.
Innovation beyond Food Quality
The project fosters innovation and technology adoption in agriculture, energy, and food processing, positioning the Appalachian region as a sector leader. Jason Koegler and Shawn Cutter at OSU's CEARC in Columbus Ohio.
Resilience to Climate Change
The project bolsters regional resilience to climate change through sustainable farming practices, local food production, and renewable energy. A view from one of GrowOV's farms in Wheeling.
Economic Revitalization
The initiative sparks economic growth by generating sustainable farming, renewable energy, and food tech jobs, and amplifying local farmers' income.
Food Sovereignty
The project fortifies regional food security through hyper-local food production and cutting-edge farming methodologies for year-round fresh produce.
Energy Conservation
Single-use energy does not make sense. The project's intelligent energy management system bolsters energy efficiency, curtails reliance on fossil fuels, and champions energy sustainability.
Environmental Stewardship
The project advocates for environmental sustainability via sustainable farming, water-efficient practices, and carbon footprint reduction strategies.
Workforce Development
Collaborations with educational institutions offer training in agriculture, energy, and food technology, nurturing a competent workforce for the startup ecosystem.
Agri-Tourism
The project enhances agri-tourism with one-of-a-kind opportunities to offer unique experiences that educate visitors at Oglebay about sustainable farming and local food production, thereby boosting local economies.
Building Appalachian
Businesses
Investments in entrepreneurship and home-grown business development helps communities build sustainable, diverse economies.
Building Appalachia’s
Workforce Ecosystem
Expanding and strengthening community systems, including education, healthcare, housing, and childcare, will help Appalachians obtain a job, stay on the job, and advance their careers.
Building Appalachia’s
Infrastructure
Access to reliable and affordable utilities and infrastructure ensure that Appalachia’s residents can successfully live and work in the Region.
Building Regional
Culture and Tourism
Preserving and investing in the Region’s local, cultural heritage, and natural assets will strengthen Appalachia’s economic potential.
Building Community
Leaders and Capacity
Investing in the capacity of local leaders, organizations, and communities to address local challenges will strengthen the Region’s economic prosperity.
As a proud partner of Project Everberry, Oglebay in Wheeling, West Virginia, serves as a pivotal location for the integration of advanced farming techniques, renewable energy systems, and community engagement. With its expansive grounds and commitment to sustainability, Oglebay plays a significant role in promoting agritourism and fostering regional economic growth. Through its partnership with Project Everberry, Oglebay showcases a dedication to environmental sustainability and the celebration of local food production.
As a crucial partner of Project Everberry, GrowOV addresses regional food sovereignty and develops a local food system. Through its innovative initiatives, including a food hub and mobile farmers market, Grow Ohio Valley fosters regional economic growth and promotes sustainable agriculture in the Appalachian region. By combating food insecurity and promoting community involvement, GrowOV plays a vital role in ensuring a robust, locally-owned food system that enhances the overall health and well-being of the community. GrowOV started as an after-school urban gardening program in East Wheeling and now supports over 40 full-time jobs.
As a prominent partner of Project Everberry, CNX Resources, an independent natural gas producer, brings its commitment to meeting energy demands while driving environmental progress. Through its collaboration with EnergiAcres, CNX Resources supports the development of sustainable Food Centers by repurposing resources and capturing waste energy. By fostering regional economic growth and environmental sustainability, CNX Resources plays a crucial role in the creation of localized food production and energy generation models in the Appalachian region.
As a transformative partner of Project Everberry, EnergiAcres applies its sustainable energy and food production model through advanced farming techniques, controlled environments, and intelligent energy management at Food Centers. EnergiAcres starts with a circular model and applies technology to integration and optimize energy flows to eliminate waste and negative impacts of traditional farming.
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