The updated policy is to mitigate risks for state construction, minimize flood damage while considering the effects of sea level rise and climate change, and support the benefits of natural infrastructure in managing flood risk.
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Coastal governments get $1.14 million for climate resilience
The funding supports work to help coastal communities mitigate and adapt to the increasingly intense natural hazards of a warming planet.
Offshore wind turbine impacts a trade-off, panelists say
Construction of wind turbines off the North Carolina coast could affect birds and marine life, and while scientists and others seek more information on the extent of those effects, those who spoke during a forum last week in Wilmington said climate change is likely a greater threat.
Supreme Court ruling will not stop NC’s required CO2 cuts
But the recent 6-3 decision limiting EPA authority to address climate change has broader national implications that will affect the Tar Heel State, environmental law experts say.
UNCW researcher is growing microalgae to make limestone
Catharina Alves-de-Souza is part of a team studying how to best produce biogenic limestone, which could be used to significantly cut carbon dioxide emissions generated in the cement-making process.
Climate Change Interagency Council to meet June 23
The Interagency Council was established by Executive Order No. 80, which also directed cabinet agencies to coordinate their efforts to address climate change and transition to a clean energy economy.
Institute’s meeting to focus on soil vitality, productivity
Climate change mitigation through soil health will be one of the topics addressed during the Soil Health Institute’s seventh annual meeting in August.
Research network to link environmental, social sciences
Researchers, with recent funding from the National Science Foundation, are working to bring forward voices from rural, poorer coastal NC communities most vulnerable to the effects of climate change.
Publication offers insights for addressing climate crisis
The FEMA guide is a collection of personal stories, insight and resources for climate resilience.
Biden’s order requires report on nature-based solutions
The president’s recent executive order calls for range of federal agencies to report how they will use nature to address the effects of climate change.
Sustainable aquaculture may hinge on research, education
In an industry that’s constantly evolving and a climate that’s also changing, environmental monitoring, science and training appear to be key to the future of oyster farming and other forms of aquaculture.
Growing aquaculture industry faces climate challenges
Aquaculture has the potential to help the world adapt to a changing climate, but warming ocean temperatures, storms and landscape changes could force the industry to adapt as well.
NC projects receive grants to replace diesel vehicles
North Carolina Division of Air Quality has awarded nearly $1 million in grants to replace 11 older diesel vehicles with cleaner alternatives.
NC Aquariums join others in fighting climate change
North Carolina Aquariums are joining with 20 others across the nation to pledge to address greenhouse gas emissions.
Earth Day celebrations abound along NC coast
Fairs and festivals are planned for up and down the coast to celebrate Earth Day, which is Friday.
‘State of Change’ looks at NC’s response to climate change
The free screening and panel discussion with climate change experts April 21 is offered as a virtual and in-person event in Raleigh.
