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Nov 25, 2014

ACORNS BEGINNING TO REENTER HUMAN DIETS

Although acorns are rarely found on dinner tables today, they have historically been an important part of human diets. Now the search for sustainably grown food and gluten-free flours may have acorns poised to make a comeback.

Nov 23, 2014

RALEIGH “WAYFINDERS” CREATE ONLINE PEDESTRIAN TOOL

Walk [Your City] is an online tool to promote safe, healthy, and walkable communities.

Nov 16, 2014

STATE WILL HELP FUND LIGHT RAIL

A draft of governor's transportation plan includes support for the planned light rail connecting Durham and Chapel Hill.

Nov 13, 2014

PUBLIC MEETINGS SCHEDULED ON DURHAM-ORANGE LIGHT RAIL PROJECT

Triangle Transit will host four public workshops next week to provide an update on the Durham-Orange Light Rail Transit Project. Attendees will have an opportunity to comment on a draft of the Environmental Impact Statement, and learn about how public input will be considered going forward.

Nov 12, 2014

DURHAM-MADE PEDAL/SOLAR HYBRID NOW COMES IN TWO-SEATER OPTION

Organic Transit's new two-seater ELF 2FR makes these efficient, human and solar powered vehicles a good deal more practical.

Nov 5, 2014

NC-MADE ELECTRIC TRUCK HITS THE STREETS

EV Fleet's electric pickup trucks are now in production. The Charlotte-based company hopes to make 300 per month by early 2015.

Nov 4, 2014

CHAPEL HILL/CARRBORO SCHOOLS DIVERT 32,940 POUNDS OF TRASH FROM LANDFILL

A sustainability coordinator is leading efforts to save money and reduce the environmental impact of schools in Chapel Hill and Carrboro.

Oct 30, 2014

STATEWIDE YOUTH SUMMIT TO FOCUS ON CLIMATE JUSTICE

The NC Climate Justice Summit will bring together community leaders of all ages for learning, dialogue, and grassroots empowerment.

Oct 29, 2014

EX PHILIP MORRIS PLANT BECOMES HOME OF $1BN BATTERY START-UP

If Swiss-based Alevos technology proves viable, it could radically change the energy landscape and bring thousands of jobs to Concord.

Oct 28, 2014

DURHAM CONSIDERS A FOOD POLICY COUNCIL TO UNITE STAKEHOLDERS

Durham community and advocacy groups are exploring development of a local food policy council to address community needs.