This Green House

Innovative Appalachians constructing a clean-energy world, one home at a time

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Cville TimeBank Repair Café

Repair Movement Reinvigorates Fix-It Culture

Instead of throwing away broken electronics, furniture, appliances and more, community groups across Appalachia oppose disposal by fixing these items and teaching their neighbors how to do the same.

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Getting Started Gardening

Make 2020 a year of new growth by starting a garden.

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Japanese Honeysuckle

Beware of Spreading These Common Invasive Species

Don’t be fooled by their looks — many popular plants sold in nurseries are actually invasive species that can kill off local flora.

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An Appalachian Solar Tour

Numerous Appalachian homes and businesses took part in the 2019 National Solar Tour in October, sharing their experiences and opening their doors to the public to view their solar installations.

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Pushing Back Against Plastics

Check out 10 ways to reduce your plastic footprint, and learn why the fight against plastic is connected to the petrochemical industry’s plans to expand in Appalachia.

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