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May 28, 2024

From the Mountains to the Sea: Researchers and Community Activists Focus on Plastic Pollution in North Carolina

From plastic trash littering our creeks and rivers, to microplastics in our waterways and bloodstreams, plastic pollution can feel ubiquitous and inevitable—but some North Carolina researchers are doing vital work to measure plastic in our environments, raise awareness about its impacts, and combat its effects.

May 1, 2024

New Funding Opportunity Opens for PFAS Research 

The Water Resources Research Institute (WRRI) and the Urban Water Consortium (UWC) are requesting proposals for applied research to strengthen the UWC’s response to and treatment of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water and wastewater in North Carolina. Applicants should submit pre-proposals through the NCEWRRI portal by June 28th.

Apr 17, 2024

New NC WRRI and NC Sea Grant Fellows to Conduct Research on Environmental Change, Coastal Flooding, and More

Five fellows were selected for WRRI’s “Mountains to Sea” request for proposals, focusing on coastal and freshwater resources across the state. Four student fellows are funded by the North Carolina Water Resources Research Institute and North Carolina Sea Grant, and one is supported by the Urban Water Consortium. Their projects focus on timely topics including…

Apr 10, 2024

Conference Wrap Up: Poster Presentations, Lightning Talk Winners, and More

Over 300 participants attended the 2024 WRRI Annual Conference, which took place in Raleigh on March 20 and 21 and featured engaging talks and presentations on water-related issues from researchers and practitioners across the state. The event included 37 poster presentations, 16 lightning talks, and additional oral presentations and panel discussions over 6 concurrent sessions.…

Feb 21, 2024

WRRI, DEQ, and Partners Announce NC Stream Watch Educator Cohort

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Christy Perrin, christy_perrin@ncsu.edu The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) Division of Water Resources announces an exciting new chapter for the NC Stream Watch education program. The new effort, which includes an inaugural class of Stream Watch educators, is in partnership with the North Carolina Water Resources Research Institute (WRRI), North Carolina Sea Grant and the nonprofit Environmental…

Feb 20, 2024

Announcing the 2024 NC WRRI Annual Conference Plenary Speakers

The 2024 NC WRRI Annual Conference plenary speakers have been announced! These speakers, who will lead the opening sessions on both days of the conference, include scientists, researchers, and community activists from a range of backgrounds. On Wednesday, March 20, the first day of our annual conference will open with a panel titled “Collaborating with…

Jan 31, 2024

Agenda Now Available for the 2024 WRRI Annual Conference

The draft agenda for NC WRRI’s annual conference is now available online. View the agenda to learn more about session topics and schedules, lightning talks, poster presentations, and more. Please note that this draft agenda is subject to change—attendees should periodically check for agenda updates. Our 26th annual conference will take place on March 20…

Jan 16, 2024

Registration Open for NC WRRI 2024 Annual Conference

North Carolina’s Water Resources Research Institute will host its 26th WRRI Annual Conference on March 20 and 21. The conference will be held in person at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. Registration for the 2024 Annual Conference is now open. Rates and additional information can be found on the NC WRRI website. The…

Dec 18, 2023

NC WRRI, Sea Grant and Space Grant Seek Communications Director

Three statewide federal partnership programs based at NC State University are seeking a communications director. The application process is detailed in the full posting at jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/194665.

Nov 20, 2023

NC WRRI’s 2023 Faculty Researchers Announced

North Carolina’s Water Resource Research Institute (WRRI) is pleased to announce newly funded faculty researchers for 2023. This biennial request for proposals is jointly supported by the North Carolina Water Resources Research Institute and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The researchers are investigating a wide variety of water resources needs, including methods to improve wastewater…