NC: Waste Reduction
A focus on environmental protection, advocacy for NC Earth Day
April is Earth Month, and North Carolina's climate justice groups are addressing the crucial roles of air, land, water and health in protecting the …
Microsoft extends support for Windows 10 to prevent e-waste
Tech giant Microsoft has responded to concerns about the environmental impact of discontinuing support for Windows 10 by offering extended security up…
This Black Friday, Consider Recycling Options for Paper, Plastic Waste
RALEIGH, N.C. - If you're unsure what to do with paper and plastic waste from holiday purchases, environmental advocates warn that North Carolina is …
Statewide Campaign Launches to Reduce Polystyrene Use
DURHAM, N.C. — Our take-out culture is taking its toll on North Carolina's landfills. It's estimated that Americans throw away 70 million …
NC Counties Fight Disposal of Coal Ash in Their Community
PITTSBORO, N.C. – Duke Energy continues to look for a home for the millions of tons of coal ash generated by its coal-fired power plants…
Effort to Lift Electronics Ban in NC Landfills Stalls in Senate
RALEIGH, N.C. -- North Carolina companies and individuals for six years have participated in a program to recycle unwanted electronics to comply with …
Land Trusts: Sustaining the Farms that Feed NC
BRASSTOWN, N.C. - Farmers' markets are in full swing across North Carolina, with tables full of locally-sourced produce, meats and crafts. In …
Borrowing for the Future: Nonpartisan Support for Connect NC Bond
RALEIGH, N.C. – In less than two months at the March 15th primary, North Carolina voters will have their say on a bond referendum that …
Final State Hearing on EPA Clean Power Plan Today
WILMINGTON, N.C. - Today the final public hearing takes place in North Carolina on the topic of the Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Power …
Retirement of NC Coal Plant Signals Positive Change Say Advocates
ASHEVILLE, N.C. - In four-to-five years North Carolina will have one less coal-fired power plant. Duke Energy on Tuesday announced plans to retire …
Deadline Today for UNC to Respond to Environmental Questions
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - Today is the deadline for the University of North Carolina to respond to a request from the state's Division of Water Quality to …
Record-Breaking Heat a Positive for Some NC Places of Worship
ASHEVILLE, N.C. - The record-breaking heat experienced around North Carolina in recent days actually has a silver lining for some of the state's …
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