The North Carolina Coastal Federation and Clean Air Carolina have petitioned the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission seeking state action to reduce heat-trapping carbon dioxide emissions from power plants.
Habitat Protection Plan Committee to Meet
The N.C. Coastal Habitat Protection Plan Steering Committee will meet Jan. 21 to hear about wetland protection and restoration, reducing inflow and infiltration from wastewater infrastructure and habitat monitoring.
Project Planning Workshop for Coastal Towns
A virtual training workshop on “Planning Effective Projects for Coastal Communities” with NOAA’s Office for Coastal Management teaches participants how to design a project.
COVID-19 Vaccine Details by Coastal County
North Carolina Health News compiled information on COVID-19 vaccination by county, including those on the coast.
Federation Offers 3 Stewardship Awards
High school seniors in the state’s coastal counties have until Feb. 13 to apply for one of three environmental stewardship awards offered by the North Carolina Coastal Federation.
Carteret Aquarium Certified Sensory Inclusive
The N.C. Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores has been certified as a sensory inclusive facility by KultureCity, a nonprofit organization dedicated to sensory accessibility and acceptance.
Razing of Hurricane-Damaged Units Begins
Following the scheduled razing this week of 12 Jacksonville townhouses that suffered extensive damaged during Hurricane Florence, the property will remain open space in order to conserve natural floodplain functions.
Applicants Can Apply for Car Charger Funds
The state Department of Air Quality is hosting a webinar Jan. 13 for those who want to apply for funding to install a Level 2 charger for zero-emission vehicles.
Sea Grant Coastal Research Deadline Jan. 11
The deadline is Monday for the first step in North Carolina Sea Grant’s 2022-2024 proposal process for applied research to address problems affecting coastal ecosystems, economies and communities.
Feedback on Recovery Funds Requested
Public comment period ends Thursday on amendments to state action plans for communities impacted by hurricanes Matthew and Florence.
Lost Fishing Gear Recovery to Begin
The North Carolina Coastal Federation-led Lost Fishing Gear Recovery Project begins this week collecting lost crab pots and fishing gear along the northern and central coast.
Wright Brothers Memorial Offers Free Days
Wright Brothers National Memorial in Kill Devil Hills is offering free admission on seven days during 2021.
DEQ Highlights Efforts Taken Over Past Year
The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality compiled a list of actions taken during 2020 to protect the environment and address the impacts of climate change.
Governor Announces New DNCR Secretary
Gov. Roy Cooper has promoted Department of Natural and Cultural Resources Chief Deputy Secretary D. Reid Wilson to secretary, effective Jan. 1.
Federation Shares 2020 Accomplishments
N.C. Coastal Federation was able to continue its work to protect and restore the state’s coast during this trying year with the help of significant contributions of many partners and supporters.
Environmental Management Group to Meet
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission will meet remotely Jan. 13-14, when they will discuss a request for approval of the 2021 Chowan River Basin Water Resources Plan.
