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Published: March 1, 2024
In an innovative project to revitalize a diverse and historically underserved neighborhood, Piedmont Conservation Council, the Town of Hillsborough and several partners worked with the community to install green stormwater infrastructure to reduce recurrent street flooding and water quality issues as part of a project to rehabilitate 22 homes for low-income housing.
Published: March 1, 2024
Hoke County initiated a regular prescribed burn program on a tract of land dedicated to conservation, forestry and recreation.
Last Updated: April 24, 2024
Managers of a national forest in South Carolina used a U.S. Forest Service web tool to integrate climate change into their forest plan update. Using climate projections and peer-reviewed literature from the tool, the team developed a three-phase plan to address sea level rise, wildfires and encroachment of invasive species.
Last Updated: April 9, 2024
The 2008 Iowa River floods inundated a major wastewater treatment plant located along the river. Iowa City responded by decommissioning the facility and expanding service at a location outside the floodplain.
Published: March 1, 2024
A university partnered with a local museum to establish a participatory learning program for high school students. The 10-month program engages a diverse group of rural and urban youth in the development of local climate solutions. Sessions include a focus on environmental health.