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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 

Jul 18, 2014

COULD FALCONRY PROVIDE CHEMICAL-FREE BIRD CONTROL TO NC FARMERS?

It's mostly thought of as a hobby, but in some states falconry is being used as a form of sustainable pest bird control on berry farms. 

Jul 7, 2014

COOPERATIVE GROCERY STORE TO OPEN IN DURHAM

A new co-operative grocery store in Durham hopes to take "buy local" to a whole new level. 

Jun 10, 2014

ONLINE SUSTAINABLE GROCERY SERVICE LAUNCHES IN DURHAM

With a strong focus on local and organic products, Relay Foods hopes to give big box retailers a run for their money. 

Jun 4, 2014

ALLIANCE PROMOTES SUSTAINABLE USE OF NC’S WILD HERBS AND NATURAL PRODUCTS

The natural products sector of the economy has seen strong growth in the past decade, despite the economic downturn. The Blue Ridge Naturally seal aims to keep that momentum going. 

May 12, 2014

GREENSBORO TEXTILE COMPANY RESCUES MILLIONS OF BOTTLES FROM LANDFILL

From car seats to clothing, recycled fabrics are making their way into countless consumer products. One NC company is at the heart of reinventing the textiles business for the better. 

May 7, 2014

HOW MUCH MONEY CAN NC HOMEOWNERS SAVE BY GOING SOLAR?

Solar energy systems are not cheap, but they can save homeowners considerable amounts of money over the years. A new report helps North Carolinians optimize those savings and choose the right incentives package. 

Apr 30, 2014

CAN CITY FARMS AND DEVELOPERS LEARN TO COEXIST?

In a rapidly urbanizing America, competition for vacant land can be fierce. But Raleigh City Farm is hoping to develop a model of cooperation between communities, urban farmers and property developers. 

Apr 23, 2014

How sheep farming can help maintain solar farms

Critics of renewable energy sometimes claim it competes for valuable agricultural land. But what if you could have your cake and eat it too? 

Apr 16, 2014

COULD SUSTAINABLE OYSTER FARMING REVIVE NC ECONOMIES, COMMUNITIES AND COASTAL WATERS?

Sustainable oyster farming offers the promise of reliable income in coastal communities. It may also help revive wild stocks, and even clean up coastal waters in the process.