by Joel Porter A new alliance of what could be considered strange bedfellows is emerging here in North Carolina. In Duplin and Sampson counties, the energy industry is joining forces with the agriculture industry on what they have been saying is “for the good of the...
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by June Blotnick and Todd Miller North Carolinians routinely feel the impacts of climate change. Extreme weather occurs more frequently, and with it comes floods and droughts that endanger and disrupt our lives and workplaces, and cause billions in yearly property...
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Registration is open for our sixth annual NC BREATHE conference! NC BREATHE 2021 will bring together a diverse group of North Carolinians to discuss current issues at the intersection of health, equity, and the climate crisis. Join the virtual conversation on April 6...
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Clean Air Carolina is thrilled to announce the two newest members of our team, Stephanie Johannes and Maria Sharova! Stephanie joins us after completing her residency in pediatrics at Duke University. As our new Health Manager, Stephanie will coordinate our MAHA...
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by Joel Porter North Carolina’s roadmap for meaningful climate action must include Duke Energy. The electricity sector is the largest single source of greenhouse gas emissions in the state, and Duke Energy is the biggest energy producer. It’s why the recent, ambitious...
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Solving the climate crisis is going to require all of us working together. Nobody, and no state, can do it alone. Earlier this week Clean Air Carolina, along with our partners at the North Carolina Coastal Federation and SELC, filed a petition with the N.C....
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Want to become a climate advocate but don’t know where to start? Join Clean Air Carolina and ecoAmerica March 16 – 17, for our North Carolina Climate Ambassadors Program! This virtual workshop will equip you with the knowledge, hands-on experience, and...
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We’re excited to announce the winners of our 2020 Blue Sky Awards! Each year Clean Air Carolina honors individuals, organizations, and partners who have shown extraordinary commitment to tackling the climate crisis and improving North Carolina’s air quality. On this...
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When the city of Charlotte released its Strategic Energy Action Plan (SEAP) in 2018, one of its stated goals was to power 100% of the city's vehicle fleets and buildings with zero-carbon sources by 2030. Ever since the publication of SEAP, Clean Air Carolina and our...
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On October 27th, Clean Air Carolina hosted an interactive, virtual panel discussion on designing resilient cities in the face of pandemics and climate change. Clean Air Carolina board member and Odell architect Allison Shockley was moderator for the panel of experts....
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