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.

Saving America's Historic Sites Building a Sustainable Future at Filoli, One Visitor at a Time
Saving America's Historic Sites Preserving Vital Amphibian Habitats at Chesterwood
Climate & Culture Building New Partnerships with Future Climate Leaders
Preservation Leadership Forum A New Geothermal System Provides a Heart Transplant to Brucemore
Investing in Preservation’s Future How Preservationists Are Taking On Climate Change Along the Gulf Coast
11 Most Endangered Historic Places A Closer Look at Seven ‘11 Most’ Sites Affected by Climate Change
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
A Renovated Department Store Electrifies a Vermont Community

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