In sustainable supply

Environmentally friendly homebuilding products line area shelves

by Kim Grant

There’s a lot of excitement about going green, but it can become overwhelming at times. Luckily, the Triangle offers a bevy of sustainable building suppliers to help environmentally conscious builders and homeowners alike.

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Recycle and reboot

Disposing of electronic waste

by Kim Grant

Ever wonder where your old laptop wound up — in a landfill or at a recycling center? According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Americans throw out 2 million tons of electronic waste each year.

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Everything old is new again

Sustainable design mixes past and present

by Debby Gomulka

As the area’s downtowns and historic districts come alive, there is a renewed interest in restoring historical sites, once beautiful places that had become neglected over time. As people become more aware of their environment and surroundings, sustainable design has played an increasingly important role in how they live.

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