Old is the New Green

The theme for 2010’s National Preservation Month is Old is the New Green! We know that preservation is good for communities and good for the pocketbook, but in the face of our growing climate crisis, we can also say with confidence that preservation has a significant role to play in fostering development that is more environmentally and economically sustainable. By giving Preservation Month the theme of sustainability, we are hopeful communities and organizations across the country will help us spread the word that preservation is inherently green. When you reinvest in older and historic buildings, live in a historic home, or even become a member of the National Trust for Historic Preservation or your local preservation organization, you support a more sustainable world. Spread the word – Old is the New Green!

HomeownersMore

From tips on weatherizing your home to stopping teardowns in your neighborhood to trimming your taxes, find resources, information, and celebrate your home!

SustainabilityMore

Get tips on how to go green in your home and community and learn more about the preservation movement’s efforts to combat climate change.

Weatherization GuideMore

Not since the days of the oil crisis in the 1970's have Americans been so focused on energy consumption, especially weatherization. Just as the cost of heating and cooling has risen, so has the awareness of just how much energy seeps out of an average home every day. Central to this discussion is the role of older and historic buildings – and making them more energy efficient without jeopardizing their unique character.

Plan Your Activities

Check out a list of sample activities to help you celebrate National Preservation Month in your community this May.

Beyond Green Building More

• Sharing the Load: The Value of Partnerships in Preservation Education - 03/17/10
• Stepping Out in Portland - 03/15/10
• Overheard at the National Council on Public History Conference - 03/12/10