environmental justice

Feb 24, 2020

Equity in Raleigh

Dr. Louie Rivers is bridging NC State and southeast Raleigh to better manage environmental justice issues.

Jan 23, 2020

NEPA Overhaul: Everything You Need to Know

Will the Trump administration's proposed changes to the 50-year-old law spur economic development or environmental ruin? Our experts weigh in on the controversial move.

Sep 30, 2019

Equitable Resilience: Developing Solutions to Urban Flooding in Raleigh’s Walnut Creek Watershed

Dr. Louie Rivers is working with residents to identify resourceful solutions everyone can agree on.

Sep 25, 2019

Does the Rising Heat in Raleigh Disproportionately Affect Low-Income and Minority Groups?

Due to a lack of green space and a gentrification pattern in Raleigh, heat is rising. Who does this impact the most?

Sep 18, 2019

Geospatial Forum to Explore Social Justice and Sustainability

On Oct. 3, North Carolina State University will host renowned critical urban planning and environmental social science scholar and author Julian Agyeman to present his work at the intersection of social justice and sustainability, followed by a geospatial panel discussion.

Sep 17, 2019

The Pitfalls of Pipelines

Environmental assessments don’t account for pipeline impacts to North Carolina’s minority populations, research shows.

Aug 13, 2018

Ensuring Cleaner Air and Water

NC State researchers are partnering with communities, agencies and local residents on a wide range of projects to improve air and water quality.