In the wake of Hurricane Helene, MountainTrue is dedicated to addressing the urgent needs of our community.
Come learn more about NC's coal ash mess and get ready to participate in local hearings on Cliffside coal ash cleanup on March 14th! The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality is currently deciding when and how Duke Energy's coal ash sites across the state will be cleaned up. "Coal Ash Stories," a series of short […]
The French Broad Riverkeeper and MountainTrue are combating sediment erosion in our local waterways. Sediment is a major polluter in our river basin, clogging fish and aquatic habitats, increasing water temperatures, and transporting toxic substances. We are helping to reduce the amount of sediment that flows into our rivers by planting live-stakes along eroding riverbanks. […]