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Photo from the groundbreaking ceremony for the Tabor Correctional Institution’s solar array that was held on Oct. 30. Officials stand next to rendering of the site holding shovels and wearing hard hats.

The groundbreaking ceremony for the Tabor Correctional Institution’s solar array was held on Oct. 30. The ceremony celebrated the 43,000-square-foot solar project that is part of North Carolina’s Guaranteed Energy Savings Performance Contract. Photo courtesy of NCDAC

North Carolina Breaks Ground on New Solar Energy Project

November 5, 2024 Correctional News

North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) has begun construction on a new 500-kilowatt solar energy project at the state’s newest prison, Tabor Correctional Institution.

Biophilic design makes a difference at the State of Nebraska Community Corrections Center in Lincoln. Photo Credit: @Tom Kessler Photography

Elevating People, Health, and Wellness through Sustainability

December 27, 2023 Correctional News

Building sustainable practices into secure environments has been a long-time goal for state and federal governments.

The San Diego County Las Colinas Women’s Detention Facility features a normative environment for inmates.

The Future of Sustainability: Eclipsing the Building?

December 15, 2017 Correctional News

Let’s take a look at current topics that in the long term could eclipse the building as a driver of sustainability.