Abita Springs, Louisiana, Commits To Powering Town With Renewable Energy09:46
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June 19, 2018

Solar trackers are seen in South Burlington, Vt., on Wednesday, July 27, 2011. Burlington is already 100 percent powered by renewables. (Toby Talbot/AP)

The small town of Abita Springs, Louisiana, is on an ambitious track to switch to 100 percent renewable energy.

Here & Now's Robin Young speaks with Abita Springs Mayor Greg Lemons about his commitment to provide the town with electricity from renewable sources by 2030.

This segment aired on June 19, 2018.

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