Marine Fisheries Commission weighs coastal habitat plan amendment
A draft coastal habitat plan amendment could lead to new rulemaking on fish habitat protections, water clarity and strategic habitat areas.
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DEQ sets hearing on Amazon, Duke Energy air permits for data center power
DEQ will hold a July 30 public hearing on Amazon and Duke Energy draft air permits tied to power for a proposed Richmond County data center.
DEQ releases final Neuse flood strategy with 113 priority actions
DEQ’s final Neuse River Basin strategy identifies 113 priority flood resilience actions and 29 actions recommended for early consideration.
DEQ says drought continues across North Carolina
DEQ says drought conditions continue across North Carolina, with water systems in the most severe classifications advised to follow shortage response plans and report weekly water use.
North Carolina awards $244 million for water and wastewater projects
North Carolina approved more than $244 million for 45 water and wastewater projects addressing PFAS, lead pipes, failing septic systems, flooding and aging infrastructure.
NC audit finds hundreds of former landfill sites remain uninvestigated
A state audit found that 534 of 688 identified former landfill sites in North Carolina have never been investigated through a program established to assess and remediate potential contamination.
DEQ seeks public input on Neuse River flood resilience strategy
RALEIGH, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is seeking public input on a draft flood resilience strategy for the Neuse River Basin, a planning effort that could shape future flood mitigation investments across eastern and central North Carolina.
EPA announces proposal to regulate PFAS in drinking water
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a proposed National Primary Drinking Water Regulation to establish legally enforceable levels for six PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known to occur in drinking water.
Governor Cooper signs six bills into law
Governor Roy Cooper signed bills into law.