Can a coal mine save the planet and local communities?

Well, my guest Lisa Ward, a trailblazing changemaker, political strategist, and Co-Owner & President of H2O Energy USA definitely thinks so.

Based in Alabama, Lisa has seen the hardships caused by a changing political and environmental world on the people around her. The solution she believes in, and champions with everything she has, is to turn abandoned coal mines into renewable energy storage facilities - and breathe life back into forgotten rural communities.

Lisa is the epitome of living your why, something we should all try to do in our personal and business lives.

With nearly 40 years of experience across HR, operations, and economic development, Lisa is a force of nature. She shares her inspiring journey—from going underground with coal miners to fighting legislative red tape, and from personal hardships to an unshakeable “why”: creating a better future for her children, grandchildren, and communities like hers across the U.S.

This isn’t just a story about energy, it’s about the power that comes with living your why.

“We have to have human touch” – Lisa Ward

Key Takeaways

• Put yourself in their shoes to communicate effectively.
• Be patient; meaningful goals take time to achieve.
• Stick to your principles and values in business.
• Be the change you want to see.
• Empathy and human connection are crucial in business.
• Community action starts in our own backyards.
• The future depends on caring for tomorrow.

President and Board Member of H2O Energy https://h2oenergyus.com

[email protected]

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaaward/

Founder of Ward Consulting Firm, where she helps businesses and nonprofits navigate growth, recovery, and leadership development.

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