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Raleigh Residents Reminded To Recycle
The City of Raleigh Solid Waste Services Department wants to remind Capital City residents that North Carolina state law prohibits the disposal of aluminum cans and plastic bottles in all landfills in North Carolina.
SAS Hires Sheep To Cut Grass
A Cary-based company is looking for ways to make a project as “green” as possible.
SAS rolled out a five-acre solar farm late last year, and have recently come up with a unique way of making it a little more sustainable.
$80,000 Going Towards N.C. Branded Organic Bread Flour
The Herald Sun is reporting that the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association will get over $80,000 to fund a N.C. branded organic bread flour.
Durham 7th Graders Recreate African Village With Recycled Items
Art supplies don’t have to cost an arm and a leg. For those willing to look, they abound in our trash cans, recycling bins, and in the flora and fauna of our natural environment. This lesson—that students must simply open their eyes to secure materials—is central to much of the art made in Cameroon and [...]
Progress Energy Adds More Energy Efficiency Programs
According to Progress Energy Carolinas’ Web site, the company has filed three additional energy-efficiency programs, including a residential solar water heating pilot program to help home owners and companies save money while reducing energy.
Enviromental Groups Pick Their Candidates
According to the Raleigh Eco News, they do not edorse particular candidates, however they have provided a list of advocacy groups and who they plan to support during this year’s election. See which candidates got eco-friendly endorsements.
A Unique Residential Green Roof
WILMINGTON, N.C. — When the Fortunas want to enjoy their garden, they climb a flight of green-marble steps that lead them outside where the Cape Fear Memorial Bridge appears at eye level in the distance.
Energy, Environment Expert To Speak In Raleigh Wednesday
The Raleigh Eco News is reporting that Arjun Makhijani, one of the nation’s top experts in energy and the environment, is scheduled to speak in Raleigh on Wednesday, Oct. 22 at 8 p.m. at the Community United Church of Christ.
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Candidates Go Green, Tour Biofuel Plant
Going green is on the minds of many political candidates. State Senator and Democratic U.S. Senate Candidate Kay Hagan made a stop for the cause on her campaign trail in Pittsboro.
Eco-Friendly Socks Offset Your Carbon Footprint
MORRISVILLE, N.C.–Devmire, Inc. will unveil a new line of socks under the Sierra Club name that is made from organic cotton, soy, bamboo and other eco-friendly materials. Read More.
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