At its core, the summit was created to support all UNC System campuses in being more sustainable, reduce the System’s energy costs and jumpstart a national transformative effort across energy policies and practices in higher education. “Whether through the continuing development of clean energy or the advancement of sustainable communities, leaders of today and tomorrow have an opportunity to lead with integrity for the good of all,” said Dr. Lee F. Ball Jr., chief sustainability officer at Appalachian. Live eTown Radio Show Taping Co-hosted by An Appalachian Summer Festival and the Appalachian Energy Summit This special event showcases eTown, an exciting radio broadcast/podcast heard weekly across the country and worldwide, hosted by radio personalities Helen & Nick Forster.