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.

A Renovated Department Store Electrifies a Vermont Community
ReUrbanism A Former Delivery Depot Gets a Green Makeover
From Dome to Dome: The Hidden Lives of Historic Stadiums
America's Eroding Edges A Delicate Balance of Commerce and Climate Change in Nome, Alaska
America's Eroding Edges Fighting The Rising Tide In Shaktoolik, Alaska
America's Eroding Edges When The Seawall Breaks: Climate Change In Teller, Alaska
ReUrbanism The Infill Competition Shaking Things Up In Shaker Heights, Ohio
Preservation Tips and Tools 5 Tips To Create A Sustainable Downtown
Preservation Tips and Tools 8 Tips For Small Business Owners To Save Energy
Preservation Magazine Detroit's El Moore Building Gets An Eco-Friendly Rehab
Preservation Tips and Tools 6 Low-Cost, Energy-Saving Tips for Homeowners
Sacred Places This Environmental Nonprofit Is Transforming An Old Synagogue Into Its New Headquarters

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