With the proper infrastructure and remediation, Central Appalachia is predicted to be more protected than other regions by significant climate events. EDGE is addressing current barriers and epidemics in our communities, as well as preparing the region for a potential influx of climate refugees.

To help heal and protect the land for future use, EDGE is researching scalable flood mitigation, regenerative agriculture, conservation, and green energy. In order to play our part in creating a welcoming Appalachia, our workforce programming is centered around creating opportunities for previously excluded communities. Through these focuses, we hope to make this land a safe haven for all who do–and will– call Appalachia home.