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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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 -
Historic Tax Credits A Former Delivery Depot Gets a Green Makeover
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Now is the time for preservation advocates to engage directly with your members of Congress and elevate the importance of historic preservation in your communities.
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