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Aug 14, 2013

NC RUG MANUFACTURER PROVES THAT “MADE IN AMERICA” MAKES SENSE

Much has been made of globalization shipping jobs and manufacturing overseas. But as retailers and distributors keep less and less inventory in stock, "Made In America" starts having a distinct advantage.

Aug 8, 2013

NC FIRM TO BUILD TENNESSEE’S LARGEST SOLAR FARMS

NC's solar industry is making waves beyond the State's borders. Chapel Hill-based Strata Solar plans to build two 20MW solar farms in McNairy County, Tennessee.

Aug 7, 2013

Duke’s Nicholas Institute Ranked Among Top 10 Climate & Economics Think Tanks

Duke University's Nicholas Institute has just been named as one of the top climate-related think tanks in the world.

Aug 5, 2013

FREE E-WASTE PICK UP FOR RTP IN AUGUST

E-Waste is a major environmental concern. But it is also a resource that can help fund our schools. TriangleEcycling is now offering free e-waste pick up in RTP.

Aug 1, 2013

TRIAD UNIVERSITIES EXPLORE CHEAPER, CONCENTRATED SOLAR

Concentrated solar power may play a significant role in our energy future. Four NC Universities are teaming up to bring the costs down.

Jul 29, 2013

FROM OLD WAREHOUSE TO HUB FOR GREEN GROWTH

From farmer-friendly produce distribution to sustainable pesticides, a rundown corner of Durham is home to a thriving community of green entrepreneurs.

Jul 24, 2013

COULD COLD-HARDY MUSCADINE GRAPES BE THE DRIVER OF ECONOMIC GROWTH?

Winemaker and grape grower Chuck Blethen is on a mission. He believes that a variety of cold-hardy, native muscadine grapes may be the answer to economic renewal in the mountains.

Jul 22, 2013

CHARLOTTE’S LIGHT RAIL INFRASTRUCTURE BECOMES A MARKETING ASSET

An advertising campaign from Siemens is championing Charlotte's investments in light rail infrastructure.

Jul 11, 2013

MINI-FARMERY NOW OPEN IN DOWNTOWN DURHAM

The innovative urban farm concept now has a real-world prototype operating in downtown Durham.

Jul 11, 2013

HOW SUSTAINABILITY IS SPURRING TRIANGLE BUSINESSES

The Raleigh News and Observer looks at the vibrant sustainable business environment in and around the Triangle.