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We are living in such a time where old systems are collapsing and failing, and it’s time to create new models that will support our future generations to survive and […]
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Breaking Through: Green Built Homes Certification Program Hits 1,500 Milestone Garret K. Woodward What once was considered a fringe industry has now become a force in the housing market of
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If I had a dollar for every time a client chose not to certify their custom new home through a third-party green-building program, then I’d have more dollars than you
Life is full. We understand. That’s why we made a list of sustainability solutions that are easy, fun, and hopefully doable. If you pick three to implement each year for
Sustainability Simplified: Ten Solutions In and Around Your Home Read More
n the summer of 2018, Asheville-based nonprofit Green Opportunities kicked-off the second of three planned cycles of its new YouthBuild training program, a tuition-free pre-apprenticeship program designed for out-of-school youth
Just inside the entrance gate of the Burton Street Community Peace Garden in West Asheville hangs a sign that reads, “Good planets are hard to replace. Treat kindly.” The large
Rebuilding Affrilachia: The Value of History and Equity in our Growing Community Read More
Filling in the Gaps: Energy Savers Network Helps Low-Income Homes Garret K. Woodward It was the basketball-sized hole in the dining room window that stuck out the most for Alice
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I lost 5,000 pounds in eight weeks. Actually, I shaved more than that off my carbon footprint. I was surprised by how easy it was, because my husband and I
I Lost 5,000 Pounds in 8 Weeks: Digging into the Low Carbon Diet Program Read More
When it comes to choosing casework and millwork for a project, often the choice comes down solely to cost. This can lead to casework with a limited lifespan, made of
Building your dream home is a unique experience. It requires you to be honest with yourself about your family’s current and future needs, and gives you to the chance to
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