Your Environmental Values Are Our Priorities

NC League of Conservation Voters (NCLCV) is the state’s leading pragmatic, nonpartisan voice for our state’s environment. Members like you are fighting for clean air, clean water, and clean energy for every North Carolinian. Join us in that fight now!

Defenders of Clean Air, Clean Water, and Clean Energy

We’re not just a presence at the General Assembly; we’re a voice at the ballot box. Join us in safeguarding North Carolina’s environment, clean air, clean water, and promoting clean energy.

We Honor Environmental Champions

We host our annual Green Tie Awards to honor environmental champions who have stepped up and spoken out on our issues at the General Assembly and in the public.

Climate Crisis

Introducing Wall Street Whatley
Michael Whatley is the Republican nominee for the open NC Senate seat, but where do his alliances truly lie?
Senators Threaten NC’s Beaches
While NC homes fall into the sea, state senators introduce a bill that could make coastal erosion even worse in the face of rising seas.
Cost of Energy Corruption
Two watchdog organizations released a report showing how Trump’s fossil fuel donors are profiting at Americans’ expense.
Solar Supporters Challenge Order Halting Solar Projects
Solar supporters are pushing back against an order that halted the production of clean, affordable solar energy.
Calls for a Pause on Data Center Construction
NC house Democrats call for state action while Duke Energy tries to hides relevant information on subsidies. Take action today!
Duke Raises CEO Pay While Hiking Electric Rates
Duke Energy has been raising the multimillion-dollar paycheck of its CEOs at the same time it is jacking up electric rates for its customers.

Environmental Justice

Calls for a Pause on Data Center Construction
NC house Democrats call for state action while Duke Energy tries to hides relevant information on subsidies. Take action today!
Groups Sue, Blocking Pipeline
Communities and advocates sue federal government for decision to permit construction of an unnecessary, expensive methane pipeline.
“Toxic Tour” Focuses on Pipeline Impacts
How will communities be impacted by a new methane pipeline? Join the “Toxic Tour” to see firsthand the impacts to people and our environment.
Fight Trump’s Clean Water Rollback
Trump is attempting to rollback clean water protections which would inhibit the ability of communities to fight to destructive projects.
NC Citizens Ask EPA to Uphold Limits on Carcinogen
Advocates – call on EPA to limit the release of a toxic, likely cancer-causing chemical into our drinking water! Submit your comment today.
NC Joins 22 States Suing for Restoration of Solar for All
NC and 22 other states have filed a joint lawsuit demanding the Trump Administration restore funding of the Solar for All program.

Action Alerts

Here are the latest ways you can take action to protect the environment.

Senators Threaten NC’s Beaches
While NC homes fall into the sea, state senators introduce a bill that could make coastal erosion even worse in the face of rising seas.
Duke Raises CEO Pay While Hiking Electric Rates
Duke Energy has been raising the multimillion-dollar paycheck of its CEOs at the same time it is jacking up electric rates for its customers.
Take Action This Earth Day
To celebrate Earth Day this year, we invite you to take a few minutes to write to your lawmakers and urge them to prioritize our planet.
Duke Asks For Another Rate Hike
You read that right. Duke Energy is asking for another rate hike to cover raising gas prices on top of asking for a 15% rate increase.
Fund FEMA, Not ICE
ICE has torn families apart, terrorized communities, and even killed migrants and citizens. Tell lawmakers to fund FEMA, not ICE.
Hands Off Our Votes
In America, most of us believe voters should pick our leaders, but Trump has a different idea. Tell our lawmakers: hands off our votes!

Get Access to Energy Funding

Energy Funds for All is a resource guide to help NC and SC residents access support for home and community energy projects.

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Take Action Today

Right now, you can be a voice for North Carolina’s people and natural resources. Sign a petition. Contact your elected officials. Demand accountability from corporate polluters. Spread the word to your friends and networks through email and social media.

NCLCV provides you with scorecards on how your elected officials voted on environmental issues, insider email updates, and information on how you can get involved in protecting your community. 

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Holding Leaders Accountable

NCLCV is the state’s leading pragmatic, nonpartisan voice for protecting our state’s environment.

North Carolinians, from the mountains to the sea, share a belief in protecting our air and water, maintaining the health of our communities, and ensuring our quality of life. Our elected officials have not always prioritized these values. That’s why our work is critical.

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Your support helps NCLCV continue our critical work advocating for sound environmental policies and holding our decision-makers accountable. 

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Join the Fight

Help us fight for fair maps, free elections, clean air, clean water, and clean energy for every North Carolinian!

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