Services and Information: Land and Environment
County Cooperative Extension Centers
DEQ Grants
Learn about grants associated with coastal and marine sites, water projects and water infrastructure, air quality, and recycling.
Website: http://deq.nc.gov/outreach/grants
Drinking Water Source Protection
Find ways to protect drinking water sources in your area
Website: https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/drinking-water/drinking-water-protection-program
Drinking Water Watch
Check your local water system's compliance with state rules
Drought Monitor
Website: http://www.ncdrought.org/
Educational Programs on Estuarine Research
School field trips, summer camps, outreach presentations, teacher training programs, exhibits, and curricular, informational and technical materials to enhance public awareness of the importance of estuarine systems.
Educational Resources about NC Agriculture
Educational State Forests
Six Educational State Forests (ESFs) designed to teach the public - especially school children - about the forest environment.
Website: http://www.ncesf.org/
Educational State Forests
Six forests across the state teach children and adults about ecology
Website: http://www.ncesf.org/
Energy Program
The North Carolina Energy Program is at the forefront of growing the state’s green energy economy. The program works with the business community and non-profits to help them become more energy efficient and productive. It also educates businesses about the benefits of tax credits that make going and growing green work for their bottom line.
Website: http://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/energy-mineral-land-resources/state-energy-program