Source: ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND, 11/16/21

North Carolina Legislative leaders have released a state budget that includes significant investments in programs to increase flood resilience across the state.   “With this budget, North Carolina will make an important down payment toward a more flood resilient future. Investments in natural infrastructure will deliver increased flood protection for more communities, more farmers and more businesses across the entire state — creating jobs while also improving the quality of our environment.

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