2017 Stanback Intern: Graham Jackson

Graham spent his summer as one of NCLCV’s Policy Interns, tracking key environmental votes during the 2017 legislative long session.
NCLCV Calls on Rep. Wray to Sustain Governor’s Veto of “Garbage Juice Bill”

Rep. Wray can sustain Governor Cooper’s veto to reject the proposal to let companies spray garbage juice into North Carolina’s air with little oversight.
NCLCV Calls on Rep. Graham to Sustain Governor’s Veto of “Garbage Juice Bill”

Rep. Graham can sustain Governor Cooper’s veto to reject the proposal to let companies spray garbage juice into North Carolina’s air with little oversight.
Executive Watch: Cooper Adds Executive Order on Energy Bill

Governor Cooper signs solar energy bill and issues executive order to expedite permitting for wind projects, giving a clear signal that renewable energy is here to stay in North Carolina.
Judicial Watch: “You Don’t Seem Serious” about Fixing Districts

Federal judges showed their dismay at the NC legislature’s failure to act quickly on drawing new voting maps.
Education & Resources: Toxic Release Inventory

This report contains important information for those seeking to understand toxic dangers in their communities, and to hold dischargers accountable for their pollution.
2017 Stanback Intern: Kelsey Rowland

We are grateful for our 2017 class of Duke University Stanback Interns. This week, meet Kelsey, a recent North Carolina transplant who is supporting the on-going community organizing work of our PowerUp NC program. Where is home for you? Right now, home is Durham, NC. Having grown up a military vagabond, I have learned to […]
Judicial Watch: Supremes Will Review Elections Revamp

North Carolina’s highest state court has determined that it is time for it to hear and decide the disputes over who will control North Carolina’s elections.
Administrative Watch: “Emerging Contaminants” Pose Rising Challenge to Clean Water

Get the latest developments on the latest contaminant found in NC’s drinking water.
Executive Watch: Cooper Comes Out Strong Against Offshore Drilling

Governor Cooper summed up his opposition to drilling and seismic airgun blasting in four words: “not off our coast.”