• reddig33@lemmy.world
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    Very smart to put solar panels on each unit. I hope the residents will be allowed to plant some flowers, bushes, and trees to brighten up the area.

    • President Camacho@sh.itjust.works
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      This is in my town. They are allowed and encouraged to do so. Their place is THEIR place, it fosters a sense of community and ownership of the community.

      This project really kicks ass and it’s making waves. I know the guy is a millionaire, but I’ve listened to a few interviews and his heart is at the right place. He genuinely cares and is being pragmatic about it.

      I wish I could say the same for the billionaires of this province. Looking at you, Irving shitbags.

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        It’s actually not as crazy being a tech millionaire nowadays since so many people build a great service and then just have it bought up by the competition.

        It said right in the article Salesforce bought his product in 2011 and thats what made him a millionaire. Pretty good way to use that life changing money for the better of others and not just himself.

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          A million dollars ain’t what it used to be. Won’t even buy a house in many cities anymore.

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            A million will get you a home in just about any city. Whether it’s a really nice one or not is the question.