October 23, 2009

Rideshare: Go Green and Save Money!

The Lowcountry has a new way to go green and save money at the same time.


July 29, 2009

Trident Tech is offering Green classes

Trident Technical College is going green! They’re offering continuing education courses, leading to green careers..


July 14, 2009

Countries betting tech can clean up coal

In the high-stakes game of climate change, the United States and other countries are betting on the idea that technology can make dirty coal cleaner.


July 13, 2009

Greening the Internet: How much CO2 does this article produce?

Every second spent web-browsing generates 20 milligrams of CO2 and some studies estimates that the Internet will produce 20 percent of the world’s GHGs in 10 years.


April 22, 2009

Obama to promote alternative energy on Iowa trip

This is Earth Day and President Barack Obama is marking it by promoting alternative energy.


February 25, 2009

Lowcountry Proud: Green Business

The Alcoa Mount Holly Aluminum Smelter is a leader in environmental efforts both here in the Lowcountry and around the world. 


February 20, 2009

Lowcountry Proud: Green Business

The Alcoa Mount Holly Aluminum Smelter was built in Berkeley County in 1980.  This facility plays a huge roll in the Lowcountry’s economy by contributing over $150 million dollars annually through payroll, taxes and purchases of goods and services. The Alcoa Mount Holly Plant is also a leader in environmental efforts both here in the Lowcountry and around the world. 


February 10, 2009

Green is the new color of love this Valentine’s Day

Roses are the traditional gift, but most conventional roses are grown using loads of pesticides, not only harmful to those who grow them, but those who handle them as well.


January 07, 2009

Green construction future in ‘09

Will the economy cause “green” construction to struggle or flourish in ‘09? President-elect Obama has proposed the creation of 5 million “green-collar” jobs.


December 31, 2008

Banned words in ‘09

Admit it, you’ve said them: “bailout,“ “carbon footprint,“ and even “maverick.“ But it’s time to stop, because they’re all on a yearly list of words “to be banished.“


November 24, 2008

Florida women serve-up “green” lunches to school kids

We all know how important it is for kids to get a good, healthy lunch at school. That’s why two Florida women started a business based on getting organic and all natural food to kids.

Green toys are hot after last year’s lead scares

Some of this year’s hottest toys are green. Many parents are looking for eco-friendly alternatives after last year’s lead paint scares.


November 20, 2008

New downtown Charleston development provides green, affordable housing

A new mixed-use development in downtown Charleston is providing a “green” living experience. One Cool Blow utilizes a sustainable design and materials as well as cutting edge technologies, including a green roof.


November 13, 2008

Could wind turbines line the South Carolina coastline?

The first stages for wind energy development are occurring along the South Carolina coastline. Wind turbines could be installed in parts of South Carolina as early as the next 5 years.


November 11, 2008

Mary Kay looks for ways to make cosmetic products greener

If you or anyone you know wears make-up, chances are at some point you have tried Mary Kay.  With a sales force of close to two million people, it’s hard not to be familiar with the brand and it’s signature pink packaging. But the Texas-based company also like things a little green.

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement