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Oct 9, 2013

NC TRAVEL INITIATIVE EXPANDS ITS REACH

The NC GreenTravel initiative is broadening its reach through a partnership with TripAdvisor.

Oct 2, 2013

WATER & TEXTILES IN NORTH CAROLINA: THE NEED FOR A NEW APPROACH pt.2

Climate change and population growth threaten the textiles industry's access to clean water. Fortunately, it has faced similar challenges in the past.

Sep 30, 2013

LOWES SPONSORS ENERGY EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS IN DURHAM

The home improvement chain lends its support energy efficiency renovations for local, low income families.

Sep 25, 2013

A CELEBRATION OF PEPPERS, FARMERS, CHEFS AND ABUNDANCE

The Abundance Foundation is holding its 6th annual Pepper Festival. But this is about much more than just capsicum.

Sep 23, 2013

NCSU GOLF COURSE RECOGNIZED AS GREEN LEADER IN INDUSTRY

The Lonnie Poole Golf Course at NC State University has passed strict sustainability standards to become a certified Audubon International Signature Golf Sanctuary. Here's how.

Sep 19, 2013

WATER & TEXTILES IN NORTH CAROLINA: A CRITICAL CHALLENGE pt.1

In some NC communities, the textile industry is the single biggest user of fresh water. This represents a significant challenge for the sustainability of the industry.

Sep 18, 2013

CAN COMMUNITY SUPPORTED FISHERIES REVIVE SMALL-SCALE FISHING?

North Carolina's coastal communities have a proud tradition of small-scale fishing operations, many stretching back generations. Despite tough economic times, Core Sound Seafood believes it can nurture and revive this industry.

Sep 13, 2013

NC ranks second in nation for installed solar in Q2

Is a solar boom underway in North Carolina? Recent statistics suggest that it just might be.

Sep 10, 2013

DUKE ENERGY BEGINS CONSTRUCTION ON 5MW SOLAR PROJECT

Work has begun on a 5MW solar project in Beaufort County, N.C. When combined with an adjascent 12.5MW installation, the system will make up the largest solar array in the State.

Sep 4, 2013

BUSINESS LEADERS DISCUSS CLIMATE, AGRICULTURE & ECONOMY

While some continue to argue that manmade climate change is not happening, many NC businesses are already feeling its effects. They are now speaking out.