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NEEM is also an organization in Durham that replicates the Cuban model in Agroecological approaches to sustainable agriculture. Organoponico NEEM is a cooperative 11.2 acre farm run by NEEM that provides sustainable economies (jobs), infrastructure and fresh organic food at below conventional market prices to low income minority neighborhoods. NEEM …

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In Chapel Hill, The Green Plus team contact is David Bellin of KW Commercial (dbellin@kw.com) Sustainability Promise   Keller Williams Realty is committed to a better future for all. Our green mission. At Keller Williams Realty, we care about the place you call home. We understand that it’s more than …

Harrington Bank is a full service, locally owned and managed community bank. Our products and services are all tailored to meet the needs of our neighbors in Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, and the surrounding communities. Because we know the local economic environment, our products offer competitive rates and flexible terms …

  Each year, the Institute for Sustainable Development recognizes outstanding small and medium-sized employers from around the U.S. for their leadership in sustainable enterprise — combining cutting edge business, environmental, employee and community practices.  Check out the video from our 2011 Green Plus Awards here. Nominate your favorite triple-bottom line …

Our Yes! Solar Solutions Green Plus Partner Discount continues to offer benefits.  Our very first discount to Irregardless Café, who we met at our first Green Plus event when we were both “movers” was for an energy audit.  Among the recommendations for energy efficiency was the use of solar to …

Green Plus Community Coordinator Amanda Komar had the opportunity to sit down with Jeff Baldassari, President & CEO of The Taylor Companies, the oldest furniture manufacturing company in the country and a Green Plus Certified business.  One of Jeff’s biggest concerns was how to handle the waste generated through the …

What It Is Ergonomics is the science of designing and organizing the jobs, work methods, equipment, and workplace to maximize workers’ efficiency, safety, and comfort. Ergonomic equipment, such as chairs or computer accessories, reduces strain and maximizes comfort. Why It Matters Ergonomic work spaces enhance worker productivity.  They also lower …

“Some big U.S. banks are starting to increase their lending to businesses as demand for loans rises and healthier banks seek to grab customers from weaker rivals. After declining steadily for most of the past two years, the amount of commercial and industrial loans held by commercial banks inched upward during …

The North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce Convention & Visitors Bureau became the first business association to offer the Green Plus™ sustainability education and certification program in South Carolina to its members. “The focus of the North Myrtle Beach Chamber is on a sustainable economy for our city and region.  We …