Archive for June, 2009
Green Summer Guide
Looking for all things green this summer? From the beach to bugs to beer, National Geographic has a huge list of ways to keep it eco-friendly.
Check it out.
Raleigh Installs Solar LED Lights
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BY KERRY HALL
NBC17
RALEIGH, N.C. — Raleigh is harnessing the power of the sun to light up one of its facilities at night.The city’s first solar LED lights have been installed at an operating facility at Marsh Creek.
The 16 outdoor light posts don’t use traditional electricity. Instead solar panels capture energy during the [...]
NC Energy Program To Get $30 Million In Stimulus
U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu Thursday announced $30.4 million in Recovery Act funding to support energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in North Carolina.Under DOE’s State Energy Program, North Carolina proposed a statewide plan that prioritizes energy savings, creates or retains jobs, increases the use of renewable energy, and [...]
Fayetteville One Step Closer to Green Projects
BY: PRESS RELEASE
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – The City of Fayetteville realizes becoming a sustainable community comes from energy savings, an improved environment and greener facilities. Recent news that $1.6 million has been appropriated for energy conservation measures is a big step towards accomplishing those goals. The funds are stimulus dollars and must still be applied for [...]
From Sunflower Seeds to Biofuel in NC
By Dee Henry
Media General News Service
NEWTON – To make biofuel, you have to crush some seeds.
The county continues to develop the Eco-Complex and approved a $150,000 grant from the Biofuel Center of North Carolina, earmarked for the purchase of seed-crushing equipment and a silo for seed storage.
“We’re in the process of identifying [...]
Outer Banks Bag Ban has Final Legislative Checkout
RALEIGH, N.C. – Lawmakers have checked out an experimental ban on plastic bags on North Carolina’s barrier islands, and they are sold on the idea.
The Senate agreed 44-2 to Monday night to House changes to a bill pushed by Senate leader Marc Basnight of Dare County designed to preserve environment and protect wildlife. The measure [...]
Recycle Your Cell Phone – FREE!
I was feeling organized this weekend, so I cleaned out my closet and dug through a bin of drawers. There, I found my old cell phone. It’s been sitting there uselessly for months. What to do with it?
According to the EPA: Of the 2.25 million tons of TVs, cell phones and computer products ready for [...]
Feds To Bulldoze, Create More Green
Did you hear about this plan to create more green space in ailing cities? The feds are talking about bulldozing the blight. Not only is it green for our planet, but some argue it will save cities money.
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Take Part In Carrboro Green Biz Challenge
The Town of Carrboro is pleased to invite you to a free, customized business training – “GOING GREEN: Part One – An Introduction to Options, Resources, Strategies, and an Environmentally Thoughtful Planning Process for Small Businesses.”
This training will take place on Wednesday, June 24 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Carrboro Creative CoWorking, 205 [...]
Report: NC Leader In Green Economy
RALEIGH, N.C. – A new report by the Pew Center on the States indicates that North Carolina is poised to capitalize on Gov. Bev Perdue’s green energy plan, including her proposals to make green energy jobs a cornerstone of North Carolina’s economy.
The report, “The Clean Energy Economy: Repowering jobs, businesses and investments across America,” released [...]
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