Record #:

11933

Author(s):

Lail, Matt

Abstract:

Lail discusses how local governments in North Carolina are playing a significant role in promoting \"green\" initiatives.

Source:

Southern City (NoCar Oversize JS 39 S6), Vol. 58 Issue 2, Feb 2008, p8-9, il

Subject(s):

City planning--Environmental aspects

Record #:

12444

Author(s):

De Sousa, Christopher

Abstract:

De Sousa discusses the evolution of urban greening, how it benefits cities, and the use of brownfields as sites for greening activities.

Source:

Carolina Planning (NoCar HT 393 N8 C29x), Vol. 35 Issue , Summer 2010, p3-12, il, bibl, f

Subject(s):

Sustainable development; City planning--Environmental aspects; Urban greening; Land use, Urban

Record #:

23237

Author(s):

Loewe, Emma

Abstract:

Much of Durham is composed of willow oaks that were planted in the 1930s and 40s, many of which are now decaying and being removed. To offset this, the Durham Environmental Affairs board plans to plant 1,680 new trees annually.

Source:

Indy Week (NoCar Oversize AP 2 .I57), Vol. 32 Issue 4, February 2015, p7, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

City planning--Environmental aspects

Record #:

23994

Author(s):

Howey, Paul M. [Photographer]; Shapiro, Leah [Author]

Abstract:

The new Sunshine Chevy location in Arden, North Carolina makes use of eco-friendly designs in its building, such as an energy-controlling roof and walls, and windows that prevent heat loss.

Source:

The Laurel of Asheville (NoCar F 264 .A8 L28), Vol. 11 Issue 2, February 2014, p40-41, il Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Buncombe County--Description and travel; City planning--Environmental aspects