Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Sarasota has become the world’s first net positive energy botanical garden, generating more power than it uses and sending the rest back to the grid. Its redesign features solar innovation, green rooftops, and even a restaurant that sources produce from gardens above.

What makes Selby Gardens so remarkable is the way it blends sustainability with beauty and heritage. Once Marie Selby’s private estate, it now serves as a living museum where rare plants, research, and community experiences meet thoughtful design.

To me, this is a perfect example of how innovation can honor history while shaping the future. Sustainability here is not just practical, it is inspiring. It reminds us that when we align forward thinking with legacy, we create solutions that endure and uplift.