Green Stories
"The greenest building is the one already built." Indeed, historic preservation is the very definition of sustainability—a smart, efficient way to reuse a community's resources and keep its character at the same time. These stories explore the greener side of preservation and show how history, sustainability, fairness, and economic vitality can all go hand in hand.
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Climate & Culture Preservationists and Climate Equity: A Resource List -
Climate & Culture The Reuse Imperative -
Preservation Tips and Tools 10 Things You Should Know About Retrofitting Historic Windows -
Climate & Culture Preserving Historic Buildings Through LEED Green Building Strategies -
Preservation Tips and Tools 8 Ways to Green Your Historic House -
Historic Tax Credits A Former Delivery Depot Gets a Green Makeover -
Preservation Leadership Forum Historic Preservation and Environmental Justice: A Q&A with Carlton Eley -
Preservation Leadership Forum Historic Preservation and Environmental Justice: A Q&A with Jeana C. Wiser -
Climate & Culture America's Eroding Edges: Climate Change in Context -
America's Eroding Edges A Delicate Balance of Commerce and Climate Change in Nome, Alaska
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