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After decades of research, window coating that captures solar energy may be ready for the market soon.Read More

As a triangle-area outdoors enthusiast, you probably know about the $6 entrance fee to get into Jordan Lake State Park during the warm season. Did you know that for $50 a year, you get unlimited entry to the big three area parks offering lake...

Over 1,000 people are expected to come together to enjoy a week-long event that includes over 150 organized hikes, entertainment, exhibits and more in beautiful Shenandoah valley. Runs July 17-24.More Information

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Sierra Club is focusing on clean energy. As you can imagine, changing an energy model that was established over 100 years ago involves a lot of work with government, business leadership, and folks like you.Learn how you can help.View Video (2-...

Connect!If you're on Facebook, "like" us to be reminded of upcoming meetings and events!We have a Meetup page where we list our events and other events that catch our eye.You can also stay updated by checking our blog.Orange-Chatham Group (and...

An interactive online tool is available allowing you to view Bolin Creek Trail construction progess. Construction involves a tunnel under Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, two bridges over Bolin Creek, many retaining walls, about one half mile of...

By Judith Ferster, OCG Conservation ChairBackgroundIn 2014, President Obama directed the EPA to lead the states in a program to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30% below what they were in 2005 by 2030. Looking at energy production in each state...

By Judith Ferster, OCG Conservation ChairOn May 20, the Orange-Chatham Group heard speakers on two topics: first, a proposed light rail system, and then green jobs.Light railA team from GoTriangle presented plans for electrically-powered Light Rail...