The U.S. Green Building Council - North Carolina Chapter and Cree Light Up The NC Zoo for Green Apple Day of Service ASHEBORO, N.C., November 10, 2015—In honor of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Center for Green Schools’ Green Apple Day of Service, the USGBC North Carolina Chapter and LED innovator, Cree, Inc. upgraded... Continue Reading →
Did you know that there are more wireless phone subscriptions than people in the United States? With 318.9 million people and 326.4 million wireless subscriptions, it's clear that America takes its smartphones seriously. What many people never think about, though, is that their wireless plans actually give them access to one of the world's most... Continue Reading →
Ford Material Award After competing among six other nominees for the award, Ford recently won the prestigious Society of Plastic Engineers’ (SPE®) Automotive Innovation Award for its seat fabrics made from 100 percent recycled materials. Ford’s use of these REPREVE materials helps to divert more than 11-million water bottles from landfills annually. Ford’s commitment goes… Continue Reading →
Half of All New Power Plants in 2014 Were Renewable, Report Finds In a major milestone for clean energy, a Guardian report revealed that nearly half of all new power plants built in 2014 came from renewable energy sources. This shift marks a turning point in the global energy landscape—one where solar, wind, and hydro… Continue Reading →
America Recycles Day 2015 — A Presidential Proclamation Each year, on November 15, we mark America Recycles Day. That’s a time to reflect on how recycling strengthens our communities and protects our planet. Because recycling isn’t just about sorting waste. It’s also about rethinking how we consume, reduce, and reuse resources. Essentially to build a… Continue Reading →
