Stop Global Warming, Start Clean Cars

Environment North Carolina's Statement on Sen. Obama's New Energy for America Plan 8/04/2008

Today, Sen. Obama outlined his "New Energy for America" plan.

Putting the Brakes on Global Warming: How the Clean Cars Program Will Reduce Global Warming Pollution in North Carolina 5/27/2008

The Clean Cars program could save consumers more than $20 each month on gasoline and more than $3600 over the life of the vehicle, according to a new Environment North Carolina report. The analysis also found that the program would slash global warming from cars, trucks, and SUV’s by 10 percent by 2020.

When it Rains, It Pours: Global Warming and the Rising Frequency of Extreme Precipitation in the United States 1/16/2008

Scientists expect that global warming will cause a variety of changes to precipitation patterns in the United States. Many areas will receive increased amounts of rain and snow over the course of a year; some areas will receive less. But scientists expect that, all across the country, the rainstorms and snowstorms that do occur will be more intense – increasing the risk of flooding and other impacts.

State tries to avoid repeat of paving, parking park furor 7/24/2008

Before they pave another road to paradise, they'll try to put up a parking lot.

Wildlife habitat exemption aims to provide tax breaks, promote preservation 7/24/2008

Some residents of Western North Carolina struggling under the weight of rising property taxes will now have another tool at their disposal to help ease the burden.

Legislature boosts conservation plan 7/24/2008

Before the 2008 General Assembly left town Friday, lawmakers continued their commitment to preserving green space here. They deserve credit for keeping the state's financial resources behind an admirable effort to save a million acres within a decade.