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Greenovations emphasizes ‘smart building’
Business owner says sustainability is prime factor in being ‘green’

August 29, 2012

By Samantha Stephens, business@seacoastonline.com

YORK, Maine — Usually when most people consider going green, the first things they think about are the types of products they purchase at stores or the automobiles they drive.

But Greenovations, a 2-year-old business that in April moved from Portsmouth, N.H., to Route 1 in York, hopes to convince customers that some of the most effective ways of going green start with the home. … Read More
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Green Alliance and N.H. Coast partner to improve water quality in Seacoast area

November 28, 2011

By David Anderson, www.tnhonline.com

Studies have shown that local businesses tend to be more supportive of local nonprofits than big box stores and retail chains, a fact demonstrated by the growing relationship between the New Hampshire Coastal Protection Partnership (N.H. Coast) and the Green Alliance.

In 2008, a group of citizens came together to form N.H. Coast out of a shared concern about declining water quality in the Great Bay estuary. That same year, the Green Alliance was launched by local journalist Sarah Brown and business partner Andrew Kellar, then the owner and founder of Simply Green Biofuels, to promote local green businesses and foster the growth of a green economy in southern New Hampshire and Maine. … Read More
Read the full The New Hampshire Article Here

Green dream Builder sets new standard for super-efficient home

November 14, 2011

By Jim Cavan, www.fosters.com

NORTH HAMPTON — When builder Peter Robie decided to build a new, energy efficient house on his family's rolling North Hampton property, he didn't have to stray far for inspiration. Together with Ethan Korpi, Robie runs EcoSound Builders, a company specializing in high performance homes as well as green-conscious design and materials.

After initially focusing on the Lakes and White Mountain regions of New Hampshire, in 2008 Eco Sound launched their southern branch, which primarily services clients in and around the New Hampshire-Maine Seacoast. … Read More
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Portsmouth home a Green Alliance stronghold

October 03, 2011

By Jim Cavan, www.fosters.com

PORTSMOUTH — Being Green Alliance members, Chris & Alison Pyott knew they wanted to incorporate as many local and sustainable features as possible when they began renovating their mid-19th century carriage house earlier this year.

The Pyotts chose the Middle Street abode in 1998 for its unique space, compact size, affordability and location. But after nearly 13 years, even the most beloved home will tend to present its fair share of overhaul demands. … Read More
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Sustainable entrepreneurs share expertise in Green Home Seminar Series

January 09, 2011

By Peter Boardman, SeacoastOnline.com
Series focuses on helping people succeed in eco-friendly projects

PORTSMOUTH — When one thinks cityscape, the first thing that comes to mind is not usually “green.”

Luckily, there are people like Christopher Ring to make sure “green” becomes the term you think of when you consider the built environment. Ring is the owner of Greenovations, a retail building and construction equipment store where, according to Ring, “every single one of the products is manufactured at the highest standards of sustainability.” … Read More
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Greenovations puts all things green under one roof

August 29, 2010

By Jim Cavan, SeacoastOnline.com
Greenovations serves growing construction market

PORTSMOUTH — As in many other respects, the Seacoast is unique in its offering of green-minded businesses.

Whether restaurants, construction firms, alternative energy companies or even gas stations, the last few years have seen an explosion of green businesses from across industries and sectors pepper the Seacoast. But rarely has there been a business that offers as many sustainable products as Greenovations, Portsmouth's new green kid on the block. … Read More
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Please join us for our opening celebration at our Portsmouth Store on June 2, 2010.

May 19, 2010

The seacoast’s first “green” building supply store. We will be showcasing a full line of exciting sustainable building products for interiors, including: flooring, countertops, cabinetry, radiant heating equipment, insulation, coatings, and more. Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served. … Read More

Our Portsmouth store is now open!

March 15, 2010

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