The state Environmental Management Commission and Marine Fisheries Commission have agreed to send the Coastal Habitat Protection Plan 2021 Amendment out for public comment and advisory committee review.
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Senate confirms Elizabeth Biser as DEQ secretary
The Senate voted Tuesday to confirm Elizabeth Biser as the first woman to lead the Department of Environmental Quality.
Update: Senate committees advance Biser as DEQ Secretary
Two Senate committees have advanced the confirmation of Elizabeth Biser, Gov. Roy Cooper’s appointee for secretary of the state Department of Environmental Quality.
Southern flounder plan advisory committee workshop set
The Southern Flounder Fishery Management Plan Advisory Committee will have a workshop Aug. 10 to further review draft Amendment 3.
Marine Fisheries releases 2021 stock overview
The Division of Marine Fisheries released Wednesday the annual stock overview of state managed marine fisheries species, including shrimp and blue crab.
House approves energy bill blocking RGGI participation
The North Carolina House has approved measure that would require legislative approval for the state to join the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.
Commission agrees to begin rule-making to limit CO2
The state Environmental Management Commission voted Tuesday to move forward with rules to limit carbon dioxide emissions from the power sector.
William Ray to lead NC Emergency Management
William Ray, currently chief of staff at North Carolina Emergency Management, has been appointed to serve as the division’s new director.
DEQ Secretary Elizabeth Biser takes oath of office
Elizabeth S. Biser affirmed her oath of office Thursday as secretary of the state Department of Environmental Quality during a ceremony.
White Oak River basin plan aims to improve water quality
The public has until July 23 to submit comments on the draft 2021 White Oak River Basin Water Resources Plan, a tool for identifying areas that need additional protection, restoration or preservation.
State commission to hear petition on limiting CO2 pollution
N.C. Environmental Management Commission will hold a special meeting July 13 on a petition that rules be made to limit CO2 pollution from the electric power sector.
NCDOT to hire climate change policy adviser
The state is advertising for candidates to lead the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s climate change programs.
Cooper appoints Elizabeth Biser DEQ Secretary
Gov. Roy Cooper has appointed Elizabeth Biser as secretary of the Department of Environmental Quality.
State adjusts flounder seasons to rebuild stocks
The N.C. Division of Marine Fisheries announced Wednesday it has adjusted the recreational and commercial flounder seasons for 2021 to ensure a sustainable fishery.
State OKs accessible beach mats for Topsail Beach
The state Coastal Resources Commission has granted the town of Topsail Beach permission to install beach mats for wheelchair users at three handicapped-accessible beach access sites during the summer months.
Cooper signs bill authorizing Ocracoke passenger ferry lease
Gov. Roy Cooper has signed a bill authorizing the state Department of Transportation’s Ferry Division to lease a passenger ferry for operation between Ocracoke and Hatteras.
