How extreme heat increases pollutants
Heat not only magnifies pollutants, but it can also add more stress to the body for people at risk.
Latest Headlines by Michelle Alfini
City offers new registry to protect pollinator gardens from code violations
Charlotte residents can now register their yards as natural habitats, a new program designed to protect pollinator gardens from potential code violations while supporting the city’s environmental and climate goals
City of Charlotte wants locals to request free tree plantings
Growing and maintaining its tree canopy is one of the best heat mitigation strategies available to the city of Charlotte. The city is working to plant 800 trees a year and is aiming for 50% canopy coverage by 2050.
North Carolina Wildlife Federation, Mecklenburg County team up to plant milkweed
They joined the North Carolina Wildlife Federation and Mecklenburg County Parks and Rec at McDowell Nature Preserve to plant milkweed.
Rare firefly found in Mecklenburg County park could be new species
A rare blue-glowing firefly discovered by educators at a Mecklenburg County park could be an entirely new species, researchers said. The insect is being examined by an N.C. State University expert to determine whether it is a known species found in a new area or a previously unidentified firefly.
Legislation targets large parking lots to protect state’s waterways
Governor Josh Stein signed House Bill 162 into law on a Monday afternoon, marking a rare collaboration between developers and environmental groups.
Beware of harmful algae blooms that can be dangerous to swimmers, pets
If you’re heading to the lake this Fourth of July weekend, it may not be the safest place to swim.
Roof Above expanding hours, outreach during holiday weekend heatwave
Not only will Independence Day weekend bring dangerous heat and rare triple digit air temperatures to the Charlotte area, but because it’s a holiday weekend, many public buildings will be closed.
Why young kids need extra attention during this heat wave
Millions across the Southeast are at risk of heat-related illnesses as temperatures are expected to get up to the triple digitis this week, and young children are especially at risk during outdoor activities.
Solar trailers provide self-sustaining power at Bonnaroo
North Carolina’s new mobile solar trailer hit the road this past week, providing power for festival goers at Bonnaroo.
What it would mean to end the state’s decades-long sea walls ban
Environmental groups challenge North Carolina’s pause on Duke Energy solar projects
Catawba Riverkeeper debuts floating classroom for students
How Charlotte is tackling street heat
Commissioner barred from Duke Energy planning vote due to absences
Food bank to deploy solar-powered trailers for disaster relief
Lawmakers on NC Coast looking for answers to prevent home collapses
Mecklenburg County residents say high heat has major impact on daily lives
Hot weather leads to high energy bills, but there’s less help available
Trump administration awards $28.4M to upgrade NC coal-fired power plant
City leaders call for data center moratorium, business leaders fear it could hinder future projects
North Carolina House advances new restrictions on data centers
Concerns raised over EPA’s proposed changes to coal ash regulations
Data center bill raises concerns over coal plant retirements in NC
NC Statehouse considers 5 bills to regulate data centers
NC lawmakers push forward data center regulations, changes to energy policy
What NC needs to do to make it easier to add solar to your home
Fort Mill boy hopes to win national wildlife competition
Used EV sales spike amid high gas prices
New bill aims to lower energy bills in North Carolina
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