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.

Arsonist Guarding the Fire Station

An old enemy of the protection of public health and high environmental standards has just been nominated for another key position of power. “It’s like letting an arsonist guard the fire station.”

Burgum Escalates Trump’s War on Wind Energy

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum escalates Trump’s war on wind energy by halting all construction on a wind energy project.

Stand Up for Solar, Farmland, and Local Economies

Take action! Stand up for solar energy and other clean, affordable energy by telling your legislators to oppose House Bill 729.

FEMA Halts Disaster Mitigation Grants

Trump Orders Attacks on State Efforts to Fight Climate Change

Trump directed the Justice Department to go after states fighting climate change. This could make us pay for dirty, expensive energy.

Unconstitutional Attempt to Limit States’ Environmental Authority

Trump’s newest executive order unconstitutionally strips states’ environmental authority and is a direct threat to NC communities.

Staff Spotlight: Monique McMillan

This month’s staff spotlight focuses on Monique McMillan, who has dedicated over a decade to advancing environmental justice in our state.

AirKeeper Dashboard Ready to Use

Having clean air is vital for our health. Use CleanAIRE NC’s new AirKeeper Dashboard to track air pollution online.

NC Community Fights Injustice

An environmental case in NC state courts now carries strong overtones of racial injustice. It could be a sign.

Trump Assault on Environmental Justice

The Trump Administration is waging all-out war against environmental justice efforts across every federal department.

Trump Executive Orders Assault Environment

Trump released executive orders designed to accelerate the climate crisis, undermine clean energy, and despoil public lands, waters, and air.

2024: NC’s Clean Energy Year in Review

Michelle “Meech” Carter, NCLCV’s Clean Energy Campaigns Director, on NC’s top clean energy news in 2024, and how to get involved in 2025.

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

Tell Your Representative to Vote ‘No’ on Big Ugly Bill

Trump’s Big Ugly Bill will raise energy bills, cost jobs, and weaken energy reliability. Tell Congress to vote NO on the reconciliation bill!

Thank You Senator Applewhite

Fight for State Climate Goals

Legislators have proposed a bill that could not only walk back our state’s climate goals but make our energy bills increase even further.

Protect Jobs and Investments in North Carolina

Congress is considering halting clean energy progress. Tell your legislators to protect jobs and investments benefitting our state.

NCGA Targeting Our Wetlands… Again

Wetlands are not only vital to protection against natural disasters but are a vital portion of our economy. Yet, the NCGA is targeting them.

Bad Neighbor Bill; Take Action!

A new bill contains a sweeping scheme to gut zoning and land use planning. This bill would be more accurately named the “Bad Neighbor Bill.”

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.

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.

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.