"This is an insult to the people of eastern North Carolina. It does practically nothing for the state. It sends a message that the EPA doesn't really care about groundwater contamination" www.wunc.org/environment/...

After public outcry, Duke Energy has reduced its proposed rate hike – but not enough, and the corporation still wants to charge regular North Carolinians more than industrial and commercial customers. We need fair and affordable rates!

Enough people to pack out a championship-level arena and still overflow outside. That’s what opposition to Duke Energy’s proposed rate hike looks like.

“It’s an ongoing public health and environmental crisis." insideclimatenews.org/news/1006202...

A good breakdown of a complicated bill! @lisasorg.bsky.social insideclimatenews.org/news/0306202...

“This reversal is a slap in the face to every community that has fought for clean drinking water. EPA’s decision isn’t grounded in science or law – it’s a political choice that endangers families throughout America.”

“We need real action, and health based protection. Hold these chemical companies responsible!”

"The NCDOT is pursuing expanded passenger rail service across the state through the federal government’s Corridor Identification and Development (Corridor ID) Program as the state sees record ridership year-over-year."

"Duke Energy customers say ‘nightmare’ rate hike will force food, housing trade‑offs" www.charlotteobserver.com/news/local/a...

"Industries make more money if they don’t have to spend money to remove waste where it starts — at their facilities. What this rule would do is basically increase industry profits at the expense of everyday North Carolinians." www.wwaytv3.com/residents-cr...

"North Carolina’s drought is pushing water levels lower and putting a sharper focus on whether the state’s water supply can keep pace with growth and a changing climate." www.wral.com/news/state/n...

“Many of them are elderly or disabled, and they will be choosing between keeping their power on and paying for medicine or getting enough food. Why should this burden fall heavier on them?” www.cbs17.com/news/local-n...

"It’s an empty promise to North Carolina" www.dailytarheel.com/article/city...

North Carolina’s carnivorous plants are as fascinating as they are fierce! Swipe through to learn more and let us know which one is your favorite. (1/2)

😒 “A company with connections to the cryptocurrency industry is considering drilling for natural gas near the Deep River north of Sanford in Lee County, North Carolina.” insideclimatenews.org/news/0111202...

"The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission (EMC) will hold three public hearings in April on proposed rules to monitor and reduce three PFAS compounds in wastewater discharged into the state’s surface waters." www.wect.com/2026/03/10/h...

Good news! NC just objected to the $1.2B Wilmington Harbor dredging project over environmental concerns.

Good news! NC just objected to the $1.2B Wilmington Harbor dredging project over environmental concerns.

Duke Energy reported $5 billion in profits yesterday. They are currently pushing to raise energy bills in NC by 18%. www.newsobserver.com/news/article...

"Duke Energy should be taking every possible step to lower cost burdens for its customers, not raising rates while planning to invest customer money in expensive gas plants." ncnewsline.com/2026/02/05/w...

Help us welcome our Spring 2026 Campus Fellows!  Be sure to say hello if you see them on campus.

Here's what our other states are doing to protect people from high gas prices. www.canarymedia.com/articles/pol...

Ghost forests are expanding along North Carolina’s coast. Swipe through to learn why these freshwater swamps matter, what ghost forests are, and how sea-level rise and saltwater intrusion are driving their spread.

MEET OUR ORGANIZER: Genevieve Myers As an Organizer, she works on various campaigns & engages activists across NC's Triangle and Triad regions. She graduated from NC State in 2025 with a BS in Environmental Sciences, focus in Global Environmental Justice, and minor in Nonprofit Studies.

Literally putting polluters profits over people's lives. 👎 www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/c...

ASHEVILLE FRIENDS! Join MountainTrue and NC Conservation Network at The RAD Brewing Co. on 1/20 at 6:30pm for a short screening of two documentaries within the Fear in the Water: PFAS Stories series. RSVP here: action.ncconservationnetwork.org/page/92113/s...

Literally putting polluters profits over people's lives. 👎 www.nytimes.com/2026/01/12/c...

ASHEVILLE FRIENDS! Join MountainTrue and NC Conservation Network at The RAD Brewing Co. on 1/20 at 6:30pm for a short screening of two documentaries within the Fear in the Water: PFAS Stories series. RSVP here: action.ncconservationnetwork.org/page/92113/s...

"The EPA’s proposed rule change would strip Clean Water Act protections from 80% of all wetlands and over 5 million miles of streams across the country." www.citizen-times.com/story/opinio...

Playing the grinch this year: Duke Energy. www.wral.com/draughon-dra...

"They look like bone, and that’s kind of an unnerving situation and sight to see cause we’re used to seeing things that are thriving"

Who's ready? www.wbtv.com/2025/11/12/n...

Some good news to start off your Monday! www.wsoctv.com/news/local/n...

This is great news! Other cities and counties should follow suit. www.wect.com/2025/11/06/w...

Local elections are happening in many towns and cities across NC today! Look up your voter record at myNCvote.com to find your polling place and view your sample ballot (if your record says "no eligible ballots" then there is not an election in your area at this time).

Your fall leaf forecast is here. 🍂 North Carolina, you never disappoint. Explore a digital map here: www.explorefall.com/fall-foliage...

📷 WE'RE HIRING! 📷 The Organizer will play a critical role in our issue advocacy, public outreach, and non-partisan efforts to boost voter turnout in North Carolina. Please share this post with anyone you think may be interested. More details here: www.ncconservationnetwork.org/jobs/organiz...

With @insideclimatenews.org & @whqr.bsky.social | For seven years, N.C. activists overcame political and scientific hurdles to convince the EPA to regulate PFAS in drinking water. Now they’re confronting a Trump administration intent on quashing their success. www.theassemblync.com/environment/...

GREENVILLE, GREENSBORO, CHARLOTTE, & CARRBORO! We're bringing our trivia nights to y'all. Hope to see you at one of the events below!

"Unfortunately, what removing the target is going to allow Duke to do is run its aging, inefficient, dirty coal plants for longer." www.wfae.org/2025-10-02/d...

"Unfortunately, what removing the target is going to allow Duke to do is run its aging, inefficient, dirty coal plants for longer." www.wfae.org/2025-10-02/d...

"the group should be “thinking about how we can maintain affordability for the individuals who can least afford to manage large rate increases over the next three or four years.” www.wunc.org/2025-10-01/d...

"Now, one year after Helene, partners are focused on long-range plans to restore and protect the forest transformed by the storm." carolinapublicpress.org/72736/roan-h...

“This is a huge source of nitrogen, phosphorus, pathogens, and it is under-regulated and really unmonitored in a way that we don't see for any other type of industry” www.wfae.org/2025-09-23/c...

“This is a huge source of nitrogen, phosphorus, pathogens, and it is under-regulated and really unmonitored in a way that we don't see for any other type of industry” www.wfae.org/2025-09-23/c...

“We shouldn’t have to fight this hard for clean drinking water,” Meeker said. “Somebody needs to take responsibility.”

"The threat that this river, which is our drinking water supply, is gonna get even more contaminated with PFAS, is very real" www.wect.com/2025/09/18/c...

Our Organizer, Kristen, was recently invited to join The Backyard Naturalists, a podcast hosted by one of our amazing volunteers! 🎙️ Listen on Spotify here: open.spotify.com/episode/6eCC...

“We shouldn’t have to fight this hard for clean drinking water,” Meeker said. “Somebody needs to take responsibility.”

Our online auction ends TOMORROW (Fri, 9/12) at 6pm! From distillery tours to whitewater adventures, museum passes to hand-crafted treasures, this is your chance to experience the best of North Carolina while supporting our mission. Bid here: givebutter.com/c/NCCNAUCTIO...