Written by AV's Intern Team
AV's Intern Team
Every year, Appalachian Voices is fortunate to assemble a phenomenal team of rockstar interns from numerous Appalachian and East Coast universities. Enjoy these posts from our interns.
Pisgah-Nantahala National Forest Plan Finalized
Conservation groups raise concerns for the future of Western North Carolina national forests following the announcement of an updated forest management plan.
Northern Long-Eared Bats Added to Endangered Species List
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service recently classified northern long-eared bats as endangered, which could help save the species most impacted by the deadly fungal disease known as white-nose syndrome.
Clearing the Air on How Wood Pellet Factories Affect Their Neighbors and the Climate
The wood pellet industry is growing in the American South, but communities near wood pellet plants are seeing damages to air and water quality. As new facility proposals from wood pellet companies like Enviva continue, local residents and regional climate activists are speaking out.
Turning Coal Ash into Art
In Walnut Cove — a community whose history has been tainted by coal ash for decades — The Lilies Project has turned coal ash into art, and is expanding to encompass the town’s story beyond coal ash.
Presence of Needle Ants in the Smoky Mountains Threatens Native Species
Invasive ants in the Smoky Mountains pose a threat to native species in the area.
Cultivating an Inclusive Future in the Outdoors
A variety of programs, clubs and organizations aim to support inclusive outdoor recreation that centers people of color.
Final Stage of Blue Grass Chemical Weapons Cleanup Underway
The Blue Grass Chemical-Agent Destruction Pilot Plant began destroying the last type of chemical weapons stored at an Army depot in Kentucky in July with a completion date scheduled for September 2023.
Groups Unsatisfied with Duke Energy’s NC Carbon Plan
Many North Carolina residents, businesses and environmental groups are calling on the state utilities commission to push for more renewable power, energy efficiency and measures to address affordability in the state’s final carbon reduction plan.
Trash Trouts are Collecting Litter and Data on Waterway Pollution
These floating devices use a catch-and-release system to trap trash in small tributaries before it reaches main rivers and help gather information on microplastics in waterways.
Lions and Trails and Foragers, Oh My!
Dandelions are complex, nutrient-rich plants with a distinct appearance that makes them ideal for novice foragers.
