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Tompkins County, NY is one of the cloudiest, least windy places in the country, and yet its residents are proving that we can meet our energy needs through totally renewable resources. From solar and wind to veggie oil and geothermal, Empowered: Power from the People tells the story of one community’s role in the energy independence revolution.
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PRESS: We’re in the GreenLeaf

Posted on May 9, 2012 by empowered

There’s a great article by Kristie Snyder about Empowered in this month’s issue of the GreenLeaf, Greenstar coop’s newspaper. Here’s an excerpt… You’re sure to recognize friends and neighbors, or maybe those folks up the street you’ve been meaning to … Continue reading →

VIDEO: Ithaca Biodiesel

Posted on February 7, 2012 by empowered

In this video clip from Empowered, you’ll learn about the evolving Ithaca Biodiesel Cooperative and their goals to turn waste veggie oil into environmentally-friendly fuel for the community. Click here for more clips from the film, or buy the DVD … Continue reading →

Empowered DVD now available

Posted on January 23, 2012 by empowered

Since we’re environmentalists, we don’t really like making products and shipping things around – we prefer things to be done online when possible. But we’ve had a lot of requests for the DVD, and they are useful for community screenings … Continue reading →

Upcoming Screenings: Ithaca YMCA and Back to Democracy

Posted on May 7, 2012 by empowered

Haven’t seen the film yet? Come to one of these screenings!

5/16/12, Ithaca NY: Screening and Q&A at the YMCA
Wednesday, May 16th, 2012, 7pm
YMCA of Ithaca & Tompkins County
Graham Road West, Ithaca, NY
FREE
With Producer Suzanne McMannis

6/15/12, Trumansburg NY: Screening and Discussion with Back to Democracy
Friday, June 15th, 2012, 7pm
Back to Democracy
Trumansburg Fire Hall, Route 96/Main Street
FREE
With Director Shira Evergreen and Producer Suzanne McMannis

Empowered

A documentary about power from the people in Tompkins County, New York