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After the Disaster: An Asheville Resident on Cleaning Up After the Storm
Eric Seeger recounts his experience in the wake of the historic floods and landslides that hit North Carolina and Tennessee in 2024.
A New Future for Mine Lands in the Central Appalachians
In Central Appalachian, mine lands can be restored to forests in ways that benefit biodiversity, carbon storage and local economies.
Protecting and Restoring the Floodplain Forest
Floodplain forests are among the most biologically rich habitats, but they’re critically imperiled.
How Sea-level Rise Impacts Marsh Sparrows
Scientists are studying the effects of sea-level rise on salt marshes, and two imperiled sparrow species.
Science for Evaluating Flood Risk + Improving Community Resilience
A new study examines flooding from Hurricanes Matthew and Florence and finds current hazard maps are inadequate for accurately assessing flood risks and protecting communities in North Carolina.
