Working for Wise NC Water Policy

Even with the significant rainfall the region has been recently blessed with, the drought continues. Predictions remain grim as NOAA forecasts the drought in North Carolina will persist into the summer.

The latest information from the state’s drought management advisory council shows the majority of the Tar-Pamlico River basin remains in drought conditions. Read More.

 

Take Action!

Legislators return to Raleigh on May 13th. They need to hear from you that:

1) the Coastal Stormwater Rules should go into affect without changes, and

2) North Carolina needs sensible water policies. Take Action Now.

 

Volunteer opportunities

National River Cleanup Week, Saturday May 24, 2008.   Read More.

Clean Water Lobby Day, Wednesday June 4, 2008. Read More.

 

Pollution Tracker- Interactive Map

PTRF's map tracks pollutioin, shows the location of fish kills, large industries and mine sites, and even shows the location of our office. Look for specific information and the location of state parks as well as scenic areas of interest along the river. Read more.

 

PTRF and NC Waterkeepers challenge Cliffside permit

PTRF, along with eight other NC Waterkeeper programs, have appealed the Duke Energy's Air Quality permit for its new Cliffside plant because the permit fails to meet applicable state and federal laws to protect public health from mercury. Read More.