Profitable Ventures in Sustainability
Our Portfolio of Sustainable Businesses
Clean Energy Development
Since 2009, O2 has worked with local citizens, government staff and elected officials to develop solar, energy storage and other sustainable projects in the Southeast. See examples of our work
Agrivoltaics
Since 2012, Sun Raised Farms has been refining its model for combining livestock grazing and traditional grounds maintenance on solar farm to maximize power output and expand opportunities for local farmers. Visit Web site
Energy Management
Since 2015, Aderis Energy has provided solutions for the Interconnection, Integration, Monitoring and Control of Grid connected Advanced Energy Resources. Visit Web Site
Sustainable Agriculture
Since 2016, the Montgomery Sheep Farm has been developing best practices for maximizing the benefits of farming on land used for clean energy generation. Farm profitability is based on growing multiple income streams including agritourism, hospitality, providing grounds maintenance services in addition to raising livestock. Visit Web Site
Local Food
Since 2018, Sun Raised Foods has provided a market for local lamb raised on Animal Welfare Approved solar farms. Consumers who care where their meat comes from and what’s in it buy Sun Raised Foods lamb cuts, salami, charcuterie boxes and attend its famous farm to table dinners. Visit Web Site
Sustainable Hospitality
In 2021, O2 purchased and completely renovated the historic Lovill House Inn to become the #1 Bed & Breakfast in Boone N.C. It has won the Tripadvisor Traveler's Choice Award, the Sustainable Energy Project of the Year, the highest rating from NC Green Travel and the Sustainable Tourism award. Visit Web Site