Topics Related to Environment

Governor Cooper Issues Statement on House Bill 589

Governor Roy Cooper released the following statement on HB 589. The bill amends energy policy laws by reforming the Public Utilities Regulatory Policy Act (PURPA), creating a bidding process for new renewable energy sources, and authorizing leasing of third-party owned solar developments.

Governor Cooper Joins U.S. Governors, Cities, and Businesses to Say “We Are Still In” on Reducing Pollution

Joining other Governors, Mayors, colleges and universities, and businesses, Governor Cooper declared that North Carolina will continue efforts to reduce pollution in support of the global Paris Agreement.  

Governor Cooper Issues Statement on President Trump's Decision to Withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement

Governor Cooper released the following statement on President Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement:

Cooper Names Leaders for Natural and Cultural Resources

Governor Roy Cooper today announced a new leadership team for the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.