NC-Chemours deal is good news, but PFAS need further action
September 10, 2026
A $590 million deal that obliges Chemours to repair damages caused by the company's toxic "forever chemicals" discharges is a laudable step toward protecting NC communities – but much more must be done by state and federal leaders, the N.C. Sierra...
Roadless Rule rescission will devastate national forests in NC, nationwide
August 18, 2026
The USDA's plan ignores the will of tens of thousands who supported creation of the Roadless Rule and oppose its removal.
Demand strong state, federal PFAS protections today
July 16, 2026
Clean water is essential to people across North Carolina and the nation. But our state and federal leaders are failing to create strong regulations to keep dangerous chemicals out of our drinking water. Your voice is needed!
Sierra Club Outings: Exploring & enjoying rely on protecting
July 15, 2026
Sierra Club Outings are understandably one of our most popular programs, but to "explore and enjoy," we first must "protect" our natural areas. One of the Chapter's recently certified Outings leaders, military veteran Lindsey Hildebrand, explains.
NC budget: Misplaced priorities & missed opportunities
July 9, 2026
From an environmental perspective, the long-awaited state budget isn't all bad. But it could be a lot better.
Duke Energy latest company to accept Trump’s dirty 'deal' to scrap offshore wind
June 30, 2026
Duke Energy accepted $129 million in taxpayer money to buyout an offshore wind lease, making it the latest company to accept such an offer from Trump’s Department of the Interior. Northeast states and California have filed lawsuits in recent weeks...
EPA-Chemours settlement does nothing for NC
June 24, 2026
A proposed settlement resolving Chemours Co.'s illegal "forever chemicals" discharges in three states leaves North Carolinians who have been exposed for decades – and continue to be exposed – to the company's toxic waste, out in the cold.
Showing up for the Environment
May 4, 2026
From a Roadless Rule Rally in Asheville to an EMC public hearing in Wilmington, thank you for showing up.
Poison in the Water: How NC lawmakers hijacked enviro regs
April 30, 2026
As we rally against terrible proposed rules to address toxin in North Carolina waterways, the N.C. Chapter hosted a webinar to give context to the situation and you can help fight back.
Trump's Payout to Cancel Wind Projects Hits NC Hard
March 25, 2026
"We applaud Gov. Josh Stein, and thank him for speaking out against this egregious overstep of power. In his words: 'This is a terrible deal for the people of North Carolina and our country.'"