While the president has yet to confirm Sen. Tillis’ announcement that North Carolina had been added to a moratorium on offshore drilling, permits for seismic exploration appear to be moving forward.
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Secretaries’ Science Advisory Board to Meet
The public can register now to speak during the Oct. 5 North Carolina Secretaries’ Science Advisory Board meeting to be held by webinar.
N.C. 12 Reopens to Motorists
Though N.C. 12 reopened Thursday on Hatteras and Ocracoke islands, motorists should drive with caution because sand and water remain on the roadway.
Ocean May Be Key to Feeding World: Study
A recent study projects that the amount of food produced from the ocean could increase by as much as 74% by 2050, but the researchers point to big obstacles, namely policy and regulation.
Agencies Observe Estuaries Week with MOU
North Carolina and Virginia agencies have announced a new memorandum of understanding reaffirming a commitment to work together on environmental issues in the Albemarle-Pamlico estuarine system in celebration of National Estuaries Week, Sept. 19-26.
Transportation Commission to Meet Friday
The North Carolina FIRST Commission will meet by webinar Friday to review revenue and finance options to secure sustainable transportation investments.
Clean Energy Advocates Tout Opportunity
An economy powered by renewable-based, more secure grid will be more resilient and provide new economic opportunity, according to a group of clean energy entrepreneurs.
EJ Committee Public Listening Session Set
The public may provide feedback to the environmental justice and inclusion subcommittee of the Andrea Harris Social, Economic, Environmental, and Health Equity Task Force during a public listening session Sept. 29.Â
Florence’s Financial Toll Clearer Two Years On
North Carolina has spent more than $3.5 billion to help survivors of hurricanes Florence and Matthew, with $2.27 billion alone related to Florence recovery.
NC Climate Change Council to Meet Oct. 1
The North Carolina Climate Change Interagency Council is scheduled to meet at 10 a.m. Oct. 1 by webinar to discuss the state’s Climate Risk Assessment and Resilience Plan.
Distant Teddy Floods NC 12, Erodes Beaches
Portions of N.C. 12 were closed over the weekend due to ocean overwash and deep sand, and NCDOT expects travel disruptions caused by Hurricane Teddy will continue through Tuesday .
That Seafood May Not Be What You Think
Recent convictions for seafood mislabeling reflect a larger, persistent and long-term problem that has public health, environmental and economic consequences.
Oyster Growers Now Eligible for Aid
Aquaculture producers directly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic are now eligible for relief through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Coronavirus Food Assistance Program.
Hatteras Sediment Plan Feedback Sought
The National Park Service is seeking comment on a sediment management plan at Cape Hatteras National Seashore to address beach erosion.
DEQ Issues PFAS Treatment System Permit
NCDEQ issued a water treatment system permit for the Chemours Fayetteville Works site to remove PFAS from a contaminated stream that currently flows into the Cape Fear River.
Federation Receives Debris Removal Grant
The North Carolina Coastal Federation received a grant from NOAA Marine Debris Program to remove large-scale marine debris, such as derelict boats, in the Albemarle-Pamlico Sound.
