environmental impact

May 11, 2015

Waste to Green recognized for environmental impact

Waste to Green, a minority and woman-owned electronics recycling company, made the “B Corp Best for the Environment” list for the second year in a row. The company works with individuals and businesses to make sure that electronics are disposed of in the most environmentally and socially responsible way possible. 

Mar 19, 2015

How will fiber broadband impact sustainability?

Google has joined a growing list of companies that plan to offer fiber services in North Carolina. What will faster, cheaper, ubiquitous broadband mean for sustainability? 

Mar 12, 2015

NC BREATHE forum focuses on clean air

A conference on clean air quality will bring together environment and health professionals from across the state. 

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. 

Sep 25, 2014

OLD, POLLUTED DYE FACTORY BECOMES ECO-INDUSTRIAL PARK

From superfund site to a hub for clean energy and sustainable business, Charlotte's ReVenture Park is rethinking the role of industry. 

Sep 4, 2014

EASTERN BAND OF CHEROKEE SEEKS CLEAN ENERGY FUNDING

Tribal leaders are seeking to advance projects in solar, combined heat and power and energy efficiency. 

Aug 25, 2014

FUTURE “MEGALOPOLIS” COULD STRETCH FROM RALEIGH TO ATLANTA, SAY NCSU RESEARCHERS

A team of NC State researchers believes we could see a seamless corridor of urban development between Atlanta and Raleigh. 

Aug 10, 2014

Zoe B Organics offers baby toys that are better for babies and the planet

New parents can now get plastic-free toys from Wiston-Salem based Zoë b Organics 

Aug 10, 2014

NORTH CAROLINA CELEBRATES REACHING 100 GREEN TRAVEL DESTINATIONS

Eco-minded tourists now have one hundred green-travel destinations to choose from in NC. 

Jul 23, 2014

HOG WASTE POWER PROTECTS WATER & PROVIDES CLEAN ENERGY TOO

A new anaerobic digestion facility near Bladenboro helps to tackle one of North Carolina's most intractable environmental challenges.