CleanAIRE NC

2022 Green Tie Awards
2022-09-07 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The Merrimon-Wynne House, 500 N Blount St., Raleigh, NC, 27604, United States
Each year, the North Carolina League of Conservation Voters hosts the annual Green Tie Awards to honor environmental champions who have stepped up and spoken out on conservation and climate issues. This year’s keynote presenter will be Dr. Benjamin Chavis, Jr.
Learn more and register at www.nclcv.org/green-tie-awards.

NC Carbon Plan: Public Hearing (Virtual)
2022-08-23 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Halifax) | Virtual

2022 National Ambient Air Monitoring Conference
2022-08-22 08:00 - 2022-08-25 17:00 (America/New_York) | David L. Lawrence Convention Center, 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA, 15222, United States
CleanAIRE NC’s Citizen Science Manager Denise Bruce and Environmental Justice Manager Daisha Williams will present at the 2022 National Ambient Air Monitoring Conference, sponsored by EPA in conjunction with the Association of Air Pollution Control Agencies (AAPCA) and the National Association of Clean Air Agencies (NACAA). The conference is a must for federal, state, local and tribal air pollution organizations involved with operating, planning, or managing air monitoring networks and reporting data to AQS, and/or AIRNOW. Denise and Daisha’s presentation is scheduled for Wednesday’s Technical Session on Community Monitoring. Check out the draft agenda.
Learn more and register for the conference here.

Riverkeeper Float Fest
2022-08-20 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | River & Earth Adventures New River Outpost, 6201 Castle Ford Road, Todd, 28684, United States
This family-friendly event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m at River & Earth Adventures‘ New River Outpost in Todd, NC. Appalachian Mountain Brewery will offer local craft beer, food, and live music. Riverkeeper Float Fest proceeds benefit MountainTrue’s Watauga Riverkeeper. 2022 marks the 50th anniversary of the Clean Water Act, so this year’s event will be a great way to celebrate this landmark legislation while supporting clean water in the High Country!
Learn more and register here.

Webinar: An Alternative Carbon Plan for the Carolinas
2022-08-02 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual

NC Carbon Plan: Public Hearing (Charlotte)
2022-07-28 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Mecklenburg County Courthouse, 832 E. 4th Street, Charlotte, 28202

NC Carbon Plan: Public Hearing (Asheville)
2022-07-27 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Buncombe County Courthouse, 60 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States

Clean Air Advocacy Training: Primer on Air Permits & Zoning
2022-07-25 17:00 - 18:30 (America/Halifax) | Virtual

North Carolina Offshore Wind and Wildlife Solutions Summit
2022-07-19 09:30 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | The Terraces On Sir Tyler, 1826 Sir Tyler Dr, Wilmington, NC, 28405, United States
This summit brings together leading resource experts from around the country to better understand solutions and best practices that will guide regulators, wind developers, and other stakeholders to a shared pathway for responsible offshore wind development.
Click here to learn more and register.

Clean Air Advocacy Training: Air Quality 101
2022-07-16 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Halifax) | Virtual

NC Carbon Plan: Public Hearing (Wilmington)
2022-07-12 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | New Hanover County Courthouse, 316 Princess Street, Wilmington, 28401

NC Carbon Plan: Public Hearing (Durham)
2022-07-11 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Halifax) | Durham County Courthouse, 510 S. Dillard St., Durham, NC, 27701, United States

Electrification 2022: Building a Net-Zero Future for All
2022-06-28 14:00 - 2022-06-30 17:00 (America/Halifax) | Charlotte Convention Center, 501 S College St, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States
Join EPRI for this in‑person event — featuring immersive pre‑conference workshops, compelling and insightful agenda sessions, a comprehensive exposition, and multiple networking functions. The focus of the event will be how we can accelerate progress toward a low-carbon power sector and net-zero economy with targeted, equitable electrification solutions.
Learn more and register at https://www.electrification2022.com/.

Air Permitting and the Public Participation Process – NC
2022-06-23 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Virtual
The U.S. EPA is inviting you to take part in its Virtual Air Permits Training for Meaningful Involvement on Thursday, June 23rd at 6:00 p.m. ET.
The goals of this training are to help inform communities about air permits and their associated regulations and to provide communities with resources that will assist them in becoming more involved in the air permitting process.
Topics Covered in Training:

Overview of the Clean Air Act
General Information on the Types of Air Permits
Basics of New Source Review (NSR) Permits (also known as pre-construction/construction permits)
Basics of Title V Permits (also known as operating permits)
Opportunities for Public Participation in the Permitting Process
Resources and Tips for Commenting on and Petitioning Permits

Registration Link: https://usepa.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_JPyOEy4tSMW7kWVT0rj3zw

Citizen Science: Ask Me Anything
2022-06-16 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Halifax) | Virtual
Please join us on June 16th for an “Ask Me Anything” Citizen Science Zoom call to share your insights into the program, ask our Citizen Science Manager, Denise Bruce, any questions about the AirKeeper network, and help us build a program that works for you. AirKeepers Ed Barrows, Gordon Miller, and Bob Thomason will co-host the meeting with Denise to share their personal AirKeeper experiences.

Charlotte Mecklenburg Climate Leaders Meeting
2022-06-15 12:00 - 13:15 (America/Halifax) | Virtual

Special Meeting on Duke Energy's Draft Carbon Plan
2022-06-09 16:00 - 17:15 (America/Halifax) | Virtual
Please join us on Thursday, June 9th for a special virtual meeting led by NC Climate Ambassadors to learn more about Duke Energy’s Draft Carbon Plan recently submitted to the NC Utilities Commission this past Monday.
We will provide an overview of the plan, distinguish between strategies that move us closer to a clean energy economy and those that don’t, and discuss the best opportunities for us to engage collectively and individually in this important process.
Now is the time to raise your voice for clean energy solutions that center on equity and environmental justice in North Carolina.

There's Nothing Funny About Climate Change Comedy Tour
2022-05-24 20:00 - 2022-05-26 22:00 (America/Halifax) | MA
There’s Nothing Funny About Climate Change is a live comedy tour across the Southeast to make you laugh while also sharing how the earth needs our help. Each tour stop will be an evening of stand-up comedy with a little bit of environmental justice mixed in.
Featuring comedians Hillary Begley, Petey Smith-McDowell, Robert Brian Schneider, Grace Hauth, and LA Redd. Come find out how you can be a part of the change.
Upcoming Tour dates:
Charlotte, NC
Tuesday, May 24th at 8 PM
Venue: Hattie’s Tap and Tavern
Free ($10 suggested cover at the door)
Raleigh, NC
Wednesday, May 25th at 8 PM
Venue: Barrel Culture Brewing & Blending
Free ($10 suggested cover at the door)
Durham, NC
Thursday, May 26th at 8 PM
Venue: GPazz Live Music Hall
Free ($10 suggested cover at the door)

EVs For Equity
2022-05-21 12:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax) | Northwest School of the Arts, 1415 Beatties Ford rd, Charlotte, NC, 28216, United States
Did you know sales of electric vehicles are growing exponentially due to competitive pricing and technology improvements? Electric vehicles also have the potential to bring widespread health and environmental benefits through improving the air we breathe.
Residents of the Historic West End in Charlotte are invited to check out a variety of electric vehicles on display and talk with EV drivers and experts at the upcoming EVs for Equity event on Saturday, May 21 beginning at noon.

Hear about benefits, incentives, and programs for electric vehicle (EV) ownership.
Connect with local experts and owners about their experience with EVs.
Experience a variety of vehicles on display including Nissan Leaf, Kia Niro, Tesla Model S Plaid edition, and Mitsubishi Outlander.
Learn about the Historic West End Green District initiative and the growth of EV infrastructure in the Historic West End, including the latest PoleVolt technology.

This special event is open to all Historic West End residents. To learn more and register, click here.

Clean Energy in the Mountains
2022-05-19 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | Highland Brewing Company, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy #200, Asheville, NC, 28803, United States
Last year, the North Carolina General Assembly passed HB951: Energy Solutions for North Carolina, the first major comprehensive legislation since HB589. This piece of legislation outlines a roadmap at the NC Utilities Commission to work on issues related to carbon reduction, coal retirement, competitive procurement, performance-based regulations, and various other provisions.
Join NCSEA as they discuss HB951 implementation and what lies ahead on the horizon for clean energy in North Carolina. The event will feature a moderated panel discussion and conversations with your peers, followed by networking with fellow clean energy industry professionals, advocates, and supporters.

NC BREATHE 2022
2022-05-18 14:12 (America/New_York) | MA
The NC BREATHE 2022 conference will be held on April 7, 2022, both virtually and in person at Catawba College in Salisbury, North Carolina. The hybrid event will feature a series of panel discussions and distinguished keynote speakers focusing on climate, health, and equity.
Registration is now open! You can register for NC BREATHE at https://cleanairenc.salsalabs.org/ncbreathe2022_2/index.html.

RiverFest
2022-05-14 11:30 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park, 1400 Catawba St, Belmont, NC, 28012, United States
Come down to Kevin Loftin Riverfront Park this weekend for RiverFest, a family-friendly festival held on the banks of the Catawba River. The day will be action-packed with fun for the whole family, including food trucks, live music, local beer, kayaking, a kids’ zone, local vendors, and more!

Learn more at https://www.catawbariverkeeper.org/riverfest/

Air Quality Awareness Week
2022-05-02 - 2022-05-06 | MA
Air Quality Awareness Week 2022 will be celebrated May 2 – 6, 2022. Our theme this year is Be Air Aware & Prepared! The goal of Air Quality Awareness Week is to promote events that increase air quality awareness and encourage people to check the Air Quality Index (AQI) daily.
Each day of the week will focus on the following daily topics:

Monday, May 2nd: Wildfires & Smoke
Tuesday, May 3rd: Asthma and Your Health
Wednesday, May 4th: Citizen Science & Sensors
Thursday, May 5th: Environmental Justice & Air Quality
Friday, May 6th: Air Quality Around the World

Learn more at https://www.airnow.gov/aqaw/.

Arbor Day Festival
2022-04-24 14:30 - 18:00 UTC | Dorothea Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States

Piedmont Earth Day Fair
2022-04-23 10:00 - 16:00 UTC | Winston-Salem Fairgrounds, 569 Fairgrounds Blvd, Winston Salem, NC, 27105, United States
Join Piedmont Environmental Alliance for a celebration of community and the planet – the 2022 Piedmont Earth Day Fair. Enjoy great food and music, activities for adults and kids, and wonderful earth-friendly exhibitors. This event is FREE, including free parking.

Charlotte Earth Day 2022
2022-04-23 10:00 - 15:00 UTC | First Ward Park, 301 E 7th Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202, United States

Sol Summit 2022: An Immersive Hybrid Experience
2022-04-21 00:00 - 2022-04-23 00:00 (America/Halifax) | Hybrid/Virtual
Sol Summit brings together organizers, community members, and elected officials in a way that leads to collaboration on solutions to some of our communities’ most pressing environmental issues. Breakout sessions, workshops, and panels are curated to encourage dialogue, innovation, and creativity. Speakers and facilitators will range from frontline community activists to elected officials.
Click here to register.

NC BREATHE 2022
2022-04-07 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Catawba College, 2300 W Innes St, Salisbury, NC, 28144, United States
The NC BREATHE 2022 conference will be held on April 7, 2022, both virtually and in person at Catawba College in Salisbury, North Carolina. The hybrid event will feature a series of panel discussions and distinguished keynote speakers focusing on climate, health, and equity.
Registration is now open!

Environmental Justice Student Town Hall with Richard Moore
2022-04-06 17:30 - 18:30 UTC | Catawba College, 2300 W Innes St, Salisbury, NC, 28144, United States

American Climate Leadership Summit 2022
2022-03-28 08:00 - 2022-03-31 16:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Get ready for four days of ground-breaking insights and opportunities for action with the brightest and most successful leaders working to mobilize a broader diversity of support for climate solutions locally, nationally, and beyond. The American Climate Leadership Summit 2022 (ACLS 2022) will take place virtually from March 28-31.
Register now.
