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Climate Thursday: Lisa Sorg of Inside Climate News on Bynum’s Water Tower

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 27, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

Lisa Sorg, a reporter for Inside Climate News, joins 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey for another edition of “Climate Thursday” on June 27.

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Climate Thursday: Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub Ashley Ward

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 20, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke’s Nicholas Institute Ashley Ward spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 20. She discussed her recent activities as heat season kicks into full gear. She outlined some recent policy conversations around heat, and also talked about North Carolina counties having access to Heat Action Plan templates, and more. She also discussed the impact last heat season had on people’s perception of this year, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Maya Powell and Leah Nelson From the Climate Crisis Committee at UNC

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 13, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

UNC PhD Candidates Maya Powell and Leah Nelson from the Climate Crisis Committee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 13. They discussed their organization’s mission, and how they are working toward a coal-free future for UNC.

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Climate Thursday: Darlene Fiscus and Audrey Gentry From the Eno River Association

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 30, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

Eno River Association Director of External Engagement Darlene Fiscus and Education Manager Audrey Gentry joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 30. They discussed the history and mission of the Eno River Association. They also talked about educational programs they offer, and community outreach including Eno Fest, which is coming up in July. They discussed other upcoming events, and more.

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Climate Thursday: NC Newsline Environmental Reporter Lisa Sorg

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 16, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

NC Newsline Environmental Reporter Lisa Sorg spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 16. She discussed some of her recent reporting for NC Newsline, including a story about the North Carolina Chamber of Commerce lobbying to have PFAS rules delayed. She also discussed a story about federal funding for replacing lead pipes. She previewed some of her upcoming reporting, and more.

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Climate Thursday: North Carolina Botanical Garden and the American Columbo

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 9, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

North Carolina Botanical Garden Habitat Gardens Curator Chris Liloia and Director of Communications and Visitor Experience Jennifer Peterson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 9. They discussed the American Columbo, a rare plant native to the mountains of North Carolina that only blooms once in its 9 year life. One is in bloom currently at the North Carolina Botanical Garden. They also discussed upcoming events at the garden and more.

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Climate Thursday: Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub Ashley Ward

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 9, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub for Duke’s Nicholas Institute Ashley Ward spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 9. She discussed a recent program to create Heat Action Plan Templates for every county in North Carolina, with Chatham County being the first to utilize the action plan. She also discussed the next steps in that program. She also talked about what to watch for as we get into heat season in North Carolina, previewed an upcoming sustainability trip she is taking to Puerto Rico, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Haw River Keeper Emily Sutton from The Haw River Assembly

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 2, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

Haw River Keeper Emily Sutton of the Haw River Assembly spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 2. She discussed some big developments for the Haw River, including a settlement with the town of Burlington over industrial discharges into the river. She also talked about new limits put on PFAS levels in drinking water, which directly affects the Haw, and more.

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Climate Thursday: NC Newsline Environmental Reporter Lisa Sorg

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 4, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

NC Newsline Environmental Reporter Lisa Sorg spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey. She discussed the upcoming release of EPA standards for PFAS. She discussed likely responses from industry, environmental advocates, and who is likely to be impacted the most. She also discussed the timeline and of how implementing these regulations will play out. She also discussed the latest on Duke Energy’s carbon plan. She discussed some public hearings upcoming in April, including one in Durham on April 30. She outlined some of the criticisms of the plan and possible increases in customer rates. She discussed some of her recent reporting, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Ashley Ward, Director of Duke’s Heat Policy Innovation Hub

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 28, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

Ashley Ward, Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke’s Nicholas Institute, spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, March 28. She discussed a recent fine levied by the North Carolina Department of Labor against a sweet potato farm in Nash County after a farm worker died in a heat-related incident last September. She pointed out the need for clearer regulations for employers in this area. She also talked about a recent roundtable discussion, previewed some of her upcoming activities, and more.

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