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The Power of the Courts in Protecting Our Environment

The following environmental justice cases in North Carolina illustrate how judicial decisions shape the balance between environmental protection, corporate responsibility, and public welfare. Cases like Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC v. Kiser address the management of natural resources and the rights of property owners. Meanwhile, cases involving pollution, such as State ex rel. Stein v. E.I. du Pont and New Hanover Cty. Bd. of Educ. v. Stein, emphasize the courts' role in holding corporations accountable for environmental damage and ensuring fair resource allocation. These rulings demonstrate how judges directly impact environmental justice and community health, making judicial elections crucial for safeguarding North Carolina’s environment.
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For more information on Environmental Justice reform in North Carolina, be sure to visit
NC League of Conservation Voters
They are committed to transforming the narrative around environmental injustice and advocating for the protection and empowerment of communities disproportionately impacted by environmental degradation. NC League of Conservation Voters

works through community education, mobilization, and policy change to address the systemic harms of corporate pollution and state neglect. Check out their site to learn more about their initiatives and how you can get involved in building a future where environmental justice and sustainability are accessible to all.

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