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Charlotte Leads the Way to a Greener World

Mar 31, 2025 06:48PM ● By Martin Miron

Charlotte was named one of Five Cities Leading the Way to a Greener World by Newsweek magazine in September 2023

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Green Profiles 2025

Mar 31, 2025 05:56PM

Support Charlotte area businesses and organizations protecting the environment and our planet

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Wipe Out Waste: Ask A Meck County Expert - Recycle Beyone Curbside

Mar 31, 2025 02:47PM

Mecklenburg County’s Solid Waste division is working to improve the environment and recycling “culture” by encouraging residents to use its Enhanced Recycling program

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Charlotte Earth Day 2025 at Independent Picture House

Mar 31, 2025 02:15PM

Charlotte’s largest annual Earth Day event will take place from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on April 12 at the Independent Picture House

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The Schiele Museum of Natural History Offers Summer Youth Camps

Mar 31, 2025 01:48PM

Weekly summer camps will be conducted each weekday from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. from May through August in Gastonia

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Kings Mountain Preserve Hosts Spring Green Burial Workshop

Mar 31, 2025 01:36PM

Kings Mountain Preserve, in Blacksburg, South Carolina, will host a Spring Green Burial Workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 26

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Sustain Charlotte to Hold Annual Awards Event

Mar 31, 2025 12:29PM

The 2025 Sustain Charlotte Awards will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on April 28 at The Revelry, in Charlotte

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Earth Day 2025: Our Power, Our Planet

Mar 31, 2025 09:26AM ● By Sandra Yeyati

This year’s Earth Day calls for a global shift to renewable energy to combat climate change and create jobs.

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Clean and Renewable Energy: New Advancements That Promise a Greener Future

Mar 31, 2025 09:26AM ● By Tom Whittle

Advancements in solar, wind and AI technology are reshaping how clean energy is generated, stored and integrated into daily life.

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Benefits of Gardening With Native Plants

Mar 31, 2025 09:00AM

Native plants conserve water, reduce maintenance, and provide vital support for pollinators, birds and local ecosystems.

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Drought-Resistant Gardening: Conserving Water in the Backyard

Feb 28, 2025 09:26AM ● By Sue Markgraf

Water-wise gardening techniques and drought-tolerant plants can conserve resources while maintaining healthy landscapes.

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Windowsill Herb Gardening

Feb 28, 2025 09:00AM

Simple steps for growing fresh herbs at home can reduce pesticide use and packaging waste.

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Secure Your Green Profile in the April 2025 Issue

Feb 05, 2025 10:55AM

Tell environmentally minded local readers about your eco-friendly business/organization's focus

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Wipe Out Waste: Ask A Meck County Expert - Food Scraps Now Accepted

Jan 31, 2025 09:40AM

Mecklenburg County Solid Waste is now accepting residential food waste scraps for composting at two full-service centers: Hickory Grove and Compost Central

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Bringing Back the Monarch Butterfly: How Milkweed and City Gardens Can Help

Jan 31, 2025 09:26AM ● By The Field Museum of Chicago staff

Urban milkweed gardens play a critical role in saving monarch butterflies and supporting ecosystems.

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Handmade Gifts for Valentine’s Day

Jan 31, 2025 09:00AM

Meaningful, sustainable Valentine’s crafts like birdseed ornaments and melted crayon hearts make gift-giving special.

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The Upcycling Lifestyle: How To Make Anything New Again

Dec 31, 2024 09:26AM ● By Maya Whitman

From fashion to furniture, unleash creativity while reducing waste. Discover how repurposing can inspire sustainability and spark joy.

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