Welcome to WNCGreenBuilding.com - the online version of 2008 WNC Green Building Directory. The WNCGBD is a collaborative effort between the WNC Green Building Council and Mountain Xpress.

Whether you're a homeowner, builder, green-technology geek or tree-hugger, this guide explains "green," or environmentally conscious, building and offers guidelines and resources.

On the cover: A green home in Fairview built by Greg McGuffey of Earthtone Builders. Pictured are Rob Greene and his dog, Zeb. (photo by Jonathan Welch)


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2008 Directory Articles:

Growing green

Introducing the Western North Carolina Green Building Council

Learn the lingo

Frequently asked questions to help you find the real (green) deal

Case study: Zero-energy home

Habitat for Humanity and ASU partner for affordable green building

Case study: Utopian renovation

Newcomers choose natural renovation

Case study: UNCA strives for sustainability

Sam Millar Complex a model for green design

Green building certification programs demystified

The scoop on HealthyBuilt Homes, LEED and Energy Star

Carbon offsetting

Reduce your impact and benefit your community with Appalachian Offsets

The 2030 Challenge

The future of green architecture

In context

Green building for a green landscape

Erosion control for green building

The dirt on how to retain soil

Biodiesel

Using alternative fuel for construction equipment and home heating

Rain harvesting

Everything you ever wanted to know about rainwater harvesting

Lighting for less

Lighten up your electric bill while saving energy

Take advantage of energy tax incentives … now!

Emerging solar technologies

Energy saving tips

Checklist: Air sealing

Checklist: Indoor air quality

Checklist: HVAC

Checklist: Insulation

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