If the grass in your yard and neighborhood is anything like ours, it has seen some major changes over the last few months as we have gone from a period of drought back into our normal summer afternoon rain showers. These fluctuations are all-too common, and we thought it appropriate to provide some … [Read more...]
June 2015 Newsletter: Naturally Occurring Asbestos in North Carolina
We have all heard about the presence of asbestos in old buildings, military bases, industrial facilities and processing plants. These are the locations where you have seen remediation companies removing the old asbestos and disposing of it at waste facilities. However, did you know that asbestos … [Read more...]
May 2015 Newsletter: Facts About the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA)
Recently, an article was released in the Raleigh News and Observer discussing potential changes to the North Carolina State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA). The proposed bill (House Bill 795) includes changes that would affect the minimum level of funds associated with projects that would require … [Read more...]
April 2015 Newsletter:NC State Park System – A Geologist’s Perspective
The North Carolina State Park system is one of the most diverse and expansive in the United States. For those of you that live here, you have probably enjoyed a visit to at least of few of the state parks with your families. Did you know that there are a total of 34 state parks, 4 state recreation … [Read more...]
March 2015 Newsletter: Gem and Gold Mining in North Carolina
Gem and Gold Mining in North Carolina Did you know that North Carolina is one of the most noteworthy states in the country for its sources of precious gemstones? Our state has provided a wide variety of gemstones such as emeralds, rubies, garnets, and sapphires. The first discovery of gold in … [Read more...]
