Earth Day 2023

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#NCEarthDay - Invest in Our Planet, Invest in Our Future

There are numerous Earth Day events and volunteer opportunities across North Carolina.

See what's happening near you!

N.C. Environmental Education Lecture Series

Throughout the month of April, the Lunchtime Discovery series will recognize Earth Day.

View this series!

#NCEarthDay

Celebrate Earth Day by helping your community Recycle Right.

Check out our recycling outreach materials here

April 15-29 - Statewide

N.C. Department of Transportation’s biannual statewide roadside litter removal initiative.

Now-June 22 - Statewide

The Great American Cleanup program strives to end littering, improve recycling, & beautify communities across the country.

Volunteer with the state

Find volunteer opportunities in our state parks, museums, libraries, and more.

Environmental Education List of Events

See what Earth Day events and volunteer opportunities are happening near you.

Solar and Community Solar Programs

Learn about how our State Energy Office is partnering with NC utilities & electric cooperatives to bring renewable solar energy to eligible low-income residents across the state!

Water Resources Development Grant Program

The Water Resources Development Grant Program provides cost-share funding & technical assistance to local governments throughout the state.

Division of Water Infrastructure

Division of Water Infrastructure funding programs provide financial assistance for projects that improve water quality: sewer collection & treatment systems, drinking water distribution systems & water treatment plants, stormwater management systems & stream restoration.

Environmental Education

NCDEQ #InvestinOurFuture: Preparing tomorrow's environmental stewards and problem-solvers.