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Creating the World you Envision: Green communities emerge in WNC Garret K. Woodward In Western North Carolina, the green-built movement has transitioned from scattered dots of sustainable construction into pockets of […]
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What is a net-zero energy home? A net-zero energy home is simply a home that produces as much energy throughout the year as it consumes. A home can only truly
Net Zero: Insights from Western North Carolina Home Builders Read More
In the Asheville area, burning coal is the largest single source of carbon emissions, releasing the equivalent of 500,000 cars annually. Daily, we are breathing that dirty air and contributing
A Smarter Energy Future: Energy Innovation Task Force Read More
It’s on, people; it is so on. The Asheville Collaborative of the Living Building Challenge is hosting an architectural competition to design a mixed-use building based on the incredibly demanding
It’s Alive! The Living Building Challenge Design Competition Read More
Cities across our nation are growing and experiencing urban-planning challenges. From 2000 to 2010, Asheville’s population grew more than 14 percent and is expected to continue its progression in the
The Road to Net Zero Garret K. Woodward I t’s beyond aesthetics and aiming to be sustainable — it’s the inevitable. “The way everything is going in our world, people
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Air Sealing Checklist Air sealing is a crucial part of building a healthy, energy-efficient home. Below is a checklist of items to use to ensure proper air sealing when building
Sealing the Envelope:Â Small Measure can Equal Great Gains in Efficiency Read More
Water and energy use are connected. Saving energy reduces water pollution. Conserving water, reduces energy use. Coal-fired power plants consume extreme amounts of water to produce electricity. Mining and burning
Smart Practices in Water Conservation Read More
Providing actionable information is the strength of the WNCGBC as an institution, and the Green Built checklist facilitates a more integrated approach to design and construction. If you’re looking for
Collective Impacts of Green Built NC Read More
Providing actionable information is the strength of the WNCGBC as an institution, and the Green Built checklist facilitates a more integrated approach to design and construction. If you’re looking for
Collective Impacts of Green Built NC Read More
