Environment
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While Chantal wreaks havoc in North Carolina, state lawmakers look to dismantle climate change goals
The tropical system dumped massive rain across central North Carolina on Sunday, days after the state’s Democratic governor vetoed a bill canceling an interim carbon reduction goal of 70 percent by 2030. GOP lawmakers will likely attempt an override.
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Keeping pets safe in the NC heat: 10 tips from veterinarians
North Carolina veterinarians explain the impact of hot weather on fur babies, and what pet owners should do to keep pets safe in the summer heat.
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As hurricane season arrives, a new tropical cyclone tracker helps to predict dangerous storms in North Carolina
Improvements in weather tracking technology will help states like North Carolina to anticipate dangerous storms during hurricane season. Here’s what to know.
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NPR stations targeted by Trump provided lifelines to NC listeners during disasters
The Trump administration wants to slash public funding for NPR and PBS, accusing them of bias in their reporting. One of the radio stations that could be hurt by these cuts, Blue Ridge Public Radio, provided urgent information to western North Carolina residents when the power went out during Hurricane Helene.
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Trump ends program that helped North Carolina communities avoid catastrophic flooding
Mount Pleasant, N.C. was about to receive $4 million to improve its stormwater drainage system from a FEMA program that helps communities protect against natural disasters and climate change. Then the Trump administration eliminated the program, upending a resiliency plan years in the making.
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Why 2025 could be a huge year if North Carolina wants to save the red wolf
This year could be a milestone year in protection and recovery efforts for the red wolf in North Carolina, a species that in recent years has dwindled to a critically low population.
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Trump’s spending freezes could disrupt clean energy boom in NC and increase household heating costs
Among the funding Trump is trying to halt: $160 million in payments to protect the state’s power grid from wildfires, hurricanes, and other natural disasters like Tropical Storm Helene, which has caused billions in damage to western North Carolina.
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The 6 most ethical aquariums & zoos in North Carolina
Our look at the six most ethical zoos in North Carolina includes aquariums, museums, and “the best zoo in the country.”
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Duke Energy asks the EPA to let it release more emissions
Duke Energy recently announced plans to replace several coal-fired power plants with natural gas-fired stations at two North Carolina sites by 2029. Now, it’s joined nine other power companies in asking newly-confirmed EPA administrator Lee Zeldin to weaken environmental regulations regarding natural gas and coal ash.
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Federal clean energy grants help NC small businesses save money and innovate
North Carolina business leaders say that transitioning to or adding cleaner energy alternatives to their businesses helps save money, is good for the environment, and makes the nation more energy resilient. Lillian Mindich always wanted to do more projects on her farm, but the financial costs had always presented obstacles. Mindich runs Kolibri Farm, a…
