Our standing forests are awe-inspiring, critical for our well-being and survival, and hold an untold number of tales. To honor our forests and the impact they have on all people’s […]
Press Release – Groups Call on Governor Cooper to Pull the Brakes on Wood Pellet Industry in North Carolina
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 18, 2017 at 1 pm Groups Call on Governor Cooper to Pull the Brakes on Wood Pellet Industry in North Carolina Over 10,000 Individuals and 50 […]
Press Release: Rising Up with Richmond County to Stop a Proposed Enviva Pellet Mill
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 15, 2017 ‘Rising Up with Richmond County’ to Stop a New Proposed Enviva Wood Pellet Mill New video and petition to Governor Cooper highlights the need […]
This Earth Day, Commit to Taking Action All Year
This Earth Day, Dogwood Alliance sends gratitude to the people who are addressing these issues in their communities every day.
Richmond County Residents Oppose Enviva Mill and Rally for Health and Environmental Justice
On March 25th, Dogwood Alliance joined the Concerned Citizens of Richmond County for a Rally for Health and Environmental Justice. Local residents fear that the proposed Enviva wood pellet facility will bring harmful dust pollution, constant noise, dangerous truck traffic, and forest degradation. The community rallied to affirm and stand for their rights to clean air, clean water, standing forests, and strong and healthy communities.