EPA Designates Two PFAS as Hazardous Substances
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has designated two PFAS chemicals as hazardous substances under the Superfund cleanup law.
Wind Energy Sets New Global Record
The global capacity for wind energy continues to break records, but the outcome of the 2024 election could pose a big risk to this progress.
Esse Quam Videri – To Be, Rather Than To Seem
This Earth Day, let’s remember our state motto, “Esse Quam Videri,” which means to be, rather than to seem.
Duke’s Plan Will Worsen Climate Catastrophe
The EPA finalizes new limits to heavy-duty vehicle emissions to reduce health impacts and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Take Action! Public Hearings Underway on Climate Plan
The public hearings for Duke Energy’s Carbon Plan are underway. Here’s what you need to know and how to take action.
EPA Adopts Enforceable Limits on PFAS
Last week we welcomed EPA’s announcement of the agency’s first enforceable limits on toxic PFAS in drinking water.
NC DEQ Proposes Expanded Impaired Waters List
The NC Dept. of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has proposed expanding its list of “impaired waters” by 400 more miles of streams and rivers.
EPA Finalizes New Limits on Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emissions
The EPA finalizes new limits to heavy-duty vehicle emissions to reduce health impacts and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Harris, Regan Launch Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund in NC
Vice President Kamala Harris and US Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan launched the GHG Reduction Fund in NC
Accelerating Wetlands Loss Threatens Clean Water
New studies show that wetlands loss is accelerating across America; leading to the “reduced health, safety and prosperity of all Americans.”
