Webinar: 2026 Proposed Carbon Plan
2025-11-06 10:00 - 23:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Duke Energy released its proposed Carbon Plan/Integrated Resource Plan on October 1, 2025, for the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) to consider. Join NC Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA) for a deep dive webinar covering the proposed Carbon Plan and what it means for the electricity sector in North Carolina. We’ll cover various facets of the proposal and discuss what’s next in the Carbon Plan process that will last through next year. Registration is free and open to the public.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/YXJbFX_JQd-D7fUSIe91KQ

Conversations & Conservation with Local Advocates
2025-11-20 18:30 - 20:00 | Patagonia Charlotte, 101 W Worthington Ave #180, Charlotte, 28203
Join Piedmont Promise for an evening of action at Patagonia Charlotte! We’re bringing together partner organizations, local advocates, and passionate individuals to celebrate how collective advocacy is driving meaningful change in North Carolina’s Piedmont.
Learn about how Piedmont Promise began, the major legislative victories already achieved, and how YOU can help shape the next chapter of conservation in our region.
Hosted by:
Local Piedmont Promise Partners — Catawba Riverkeeper, CleanAIRE NC, Daniel Stowe Conservancy, Sustain Charlotte, and Wild Ones Charlotte Piedmont.
Evening Highlights:

The origin story of Piedmont Promise
Updates on key legislation including House Bill 369
A look ahead at future work and opportunities to get involved
Networking with fellow conservation advocates

Enjoy light refreshments, an eco-friendly raffle, and interactive displays.
RSVP today to save your spot— walkups welcome!

#GivingTuesday
2025-12-02
This #GivingTuesday, your gift helps shape the future of clean air and environmental justice in North Carolina. Thanks to our match campaign, your gift goes even further this year! Every donation supports the next generation of advocates and young leaders by helping them gain the tools, training, and confidence to drive real change, through the CleanAIRE Academy.
Make an Impact Today!

Climate Progress Party
2025-12-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Patagonia Charlotte, 101 W Worthington Ave #180, Charlotte, 28203
This quarter’s CMCL (Charlotte Mecklenburg Climate Leaders) meeting offers a festive opportunity to engage with local climate action and learn about Patagonia’s Work in Progress report. Join us for an evening of insight, connection, and community impact.
Highlights include:
A Celebration of Climate Action
This event is a chance to celebrate the progress and passion driving Charlotte’s climate movement. From grassroots efforts to regional initiatives, we’re spotlighting the people and organizations making a difference. Come connect, share ideas, and be part of a growing community committed to environmental change.
Meet the Non-Profits
Our four local environmental non-profits grantees will be in attendance: CleanAIRE NC, The Bulb, Catawba Riverkeeper, & Trees Charlotte.
Guests who complete a provided card will be entered into a drawing to win Patagonia gear. A new winner will be announced every 30 minutes throughout the event!
Work in Progress Report
Learn about Patagonia’s latest climate initiatives and how they’re supporting grassroots efforts in Charlotte.
Eat, Drink & Enjoy
Enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages from local vendors, while soaking in some festive tunes & connecting with fellow climate advocates!
This is your invitation to celebrate, connect, and take part in Charlotte’s climate movement.

Public Hearing - NC Carbon Plan
2026-02-04 19:00 - 22:00 | Durham County Courthouse, 510 S. Dillard St., Durham, NC, 27701, United States
Durham County Courthouse
510 South Dillard Street
Durham, North Carolina 27701
Let Us Know You’re Coming!
Thank you for your interest in attending a public hearing regarding the proposed Carbon Plan.
To help our organization track attendance, coordinate our efforts, and ensure we have a strong presence at hearings across the state, please fill out this quick form if you plan to attend a hearing in a city near you.

Public Hearing - NC Carbon Plan
2026-03-04 19:00 - 22:00 | New Hanover County Courthouse, 316 Princess Street, Wilmington, 28401
New Hanover County Courthouse
316 Princess Street
Wilmington, North Carolina 28401
Let Us Know You’re Coming!
Thank you for your interest in attending a public hearing regarding the proposed Carbon Plan.
To help our organization track attendance, coordinate our efforts, and ensure we have a strong presence at hearings across the state, please fill out this quick form if you plan to attend a hearing in a city near you.

Public Hearing - NC Carbon Plan
2026-03-16 18:30 - 21:30 | Virtual
This Public Hearing will be held virtually by Webex.
The first 20 individuals registered by 5:00 p.m. on March 9, 2026, will be allowed to testify at the March 16, 2026 remote public witness hearing.
Those interested in registering to testify should complete the electronic Remote Public Witness Registration form located on the Commission’s website here. If assistance is needed, please contact 919-733-0837.
Let Us Know You’re Coming!
Thank you for your interest in attending a public hearing regarding the proposed Carbon Plan.
To help our organization track attendance, coordinate our efforts, and ensure we have a strong presence at hearings across the state, please fill out this quick form if you plan to attend a hearing in a city near you.

Public Hearing - NC Carbon Plan
2026-03-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Buncombe County Courthouse, 60 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States
Buncombe County Courthouse
60 Court Plaza
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
Let Us Know You’re Coming!
Thank you for your interest in attending a public hearing regarding the proposed Carbon Plan.
To help our organization track attendance, coordinate our efforts, and ensure we have a strong presence at hearings across the state, please fill out this quick form if you plan to attend a hearing in a city near you.

Carbon Plan Rally & Public Hearing
2026-03-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center, 600 E 4th Street #267, Charlotte, NC, 28202
Every two years, Duke Energy customers have the opportunity to speak directly to the North Carolina Utilities Commission about Duke Energy’s Carbon Plan and how it affects our lives, our families, and our communities. This rally and hearing are a call to action. We are urging Commissioners to require Duke Energy to invest in clean, renewable, and affordable energy—not expand dirty fossil fuels.
Fossil fuels force ratepayers to pay twice: once through rising utility bills and again through impacts on our health. They pollute our air and water, accelerate climate change, and strain our communities economically and environmentally.
We will gather peacefully, respectfully, and with conviction. Together, our voices can demonstrate that a cleaner, safer, and more just energy future is not only possible—it is necessary.
Carbon Plan Rally & Public Hearing
Demand Clean, Affordable Energy for North Carolina
March 18, 2026
Schedule:
Rally: 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM (outside the courthouse)
Public Hearing: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Courtroom 5350)
Location:
Mecklenburg County Courthouse
832 E 4th St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Parking:
232 S Davidson St, Charlotte, NC 28202
Parking should be no more than $11 for the day, followed by a short two-block walk to the rally location around the back of the courthouse in the square.
To help our organization track attendance, coordinate our efforts, and ensure we have a strong presence at hearings across the state, please fill out this quick form if you plan to attend a hearing in a city near you.

Duke Energy Rate Hike Hearings - March 31 - June 3
2026-03-30 - 2026-06-03
The NCUC is holding a series of public hearings across the state now through June 3, 2026 to hear directly from community members.
You don’t need to be an expert to testify; your personal experience as a ratepayer is the most powerful evidence we have.
Find the hearing nearest you (or attend a virtual hearing) to tell the Commission how this rate hike would impact you, your family, and your community >>

Earth Day Environmental Justice Webinar
2026-04-22 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual
Join us for an Earth Day Environmental Justice Webinar
Date & Time
Apr 22, 2026 06:30 PM (EST)
Our Moderator & Panelists:
Moderator: Mozine Lowe, Executive Director, The Center for Energy Education
Panelists:
Attorney Sherri White-Williamson, Co-founder of Environmental Justice Community Action Network (EJCAN)
Attorney Will Hendrick, Environmental Justice Director, NC Conservation Network
Crystal Cavalier-Keck, Founder, 7 Directions of Service
Attorney Gary Redding, Halifax County Commissioner, and Plaintiffs’ Attorney for Tillery Hog Waste lawsuit
Webinar Sponsors:
Lake Gaston Area (NC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated
CleanAIRE NC
Enfield-Roanoke Rapids Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
Register >> https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/CvUKRjFESBmAPivegILIeg#/registration

Climate Trivia Night
2026-05-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Sugar Creek Brewing, 215 Southside Drive, Charlotte, NC, 28217
Are you fired up about climate change? Are you looking for a place to connect with other climate-minded people? Most importantly, do you like trivia and prizes?! Join Charlotte Mecklenburg Climate Leaders (CMCL) for an evening of eco trivia, camaraderie, and a lively raffle. Raffle tickets are $5 each and the first 20 people to register will receive a FREE raffle ticket! See you there!

Parking is limited. Attendees are encouraged to take the Blue Line light rail to the Scaleybark station and walk to the brewery or take buses 12 or 16 to nearby stops on South Tryon and South Boulevard.

Event name: Climate Trivia Night
Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Time: 6-8pm
Location: Sugar Creek Brewing (215 Southside Drive, Charlotte, NC 28217)

RSVP >>

Climate Reality Local Training Event
2026-05-16 12:30 - 15:30 | CleanAIRE NC Charlotte Office, 933 Louise Ave, Charlotte, NC, 28204
Join our partners, Climate Reality Project, in Charlotte on May 16 for a fast-paced, half-day leadership training. Connect with fellow advocates and get a crash course on the science, the solutions, and the practical skills to confidently push for high-impact climate action in your state.
​NOTE: This local training event will feature Mr. Gore’s presentation via a recorded video. Mr. Gore will not be present onsite at the event.
You’ll get the latest on climate science and solutions straight from former Vice President Al Gore, explore issues and opportunities for progress close to home, and start taking action.
REGISTER HERE >>
​By completing a local training, you’ll also complete the first step to joining the Climate Reality Leadership Corps, with opportunities to complete your training online and at your own pace.

For the Struggle's 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration!
2026-06-20 14:00 - 18:00 | West Charlotte High School, 2219 Senior Drive, Charlotte, North Carolina, 28216, United States
Celebrate freedom, culture & community at FTS’s 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Charlotte’s Historic West End on June 20, 2026! ✨

Join For the Struggle for the 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Charlotte’s Historic Black Corridor! ✨🖤❤️💚
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 20, 2026, as we come together to celebrate Black unity, freedom, culture, and community in the heart of Charlotte’s Historic West End!
This year’s celebration will honor the history of Black Americans and include:
• FREE live entertainment
• Exciting giveaways
• A fun-filled Kids Corner
• A dedicated Senior Citizens Area
• Community, culture, music, food, and more!
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors as we commemorate this powerful moment in history and celebrate the strength, resilience, and excellence of our community.
Don’t miss one of Charlotte’s most impactful cultural celebrations of the year — we’ll see you there!
