Hendersonville.com’s staff is dedicated to doing its part to protect Western North Carolina and our planet from pollution and global warming. Through recycling of office paper, refilling printer cartridges, using energy efficient light bulbs, and carpooling, Hendersonville.com is doing its part to reduce its carbon footprint.

Energy Information Portal is a gateway to hundreds of Web sites and thousands of online documents on energy efficiency and renewable energy.

ENERGY STAR is a government-backed program helping businesses and individuals protect the environment through superior energy efficiency.

Consumer Affairs collaborated with solar expert Zachary Shahan to create a comprehensive guide on solar energy companies, features, and reviews.

Environmental Protection Agency seeks to protect human health and the environment. Since 1970, EPA has been working for a cleaner, healthier environment for the American people.

Smart Growth America is working to support citizen-driven planning that coordinates development, transportation, revitalization of older areas and preservation of open space and the environment.

Solar Energy International (SEI) works cooperatively with grassroots and development organizations to meet sustainable development goals with renewable energies.

The US Green Building Council is a coalition of leaders from across the building industry working to promote buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work.

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Please contact us with ideas of how your or your office is helping to save our planet, and we will post your emails in future stories. Thanks for doing your part; together we can make a difference.