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Mike Piehler
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Cary C. Boshamer Distinguished Professor, Director of the Institute for the Environment & Chief Sustainability Officer at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Have you heard the buzz? @unc-ie.bsky.social Director @mpiehler.bsky.social and IE BOV Member/President of the Carolina's Beekeeping Club Nathan Halsey talk about Carolina's bees.

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Have you heard the buzz? | UNC-Chapel Hill
The Carolina Beekeeping Club allows students to learn about sustainability and protecting honeybees.
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October 29, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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ICYMI: Enjoy a recap of last weekend's Champion Sustainability Game!

Video by Tar Heel Sports Properties.
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2025 Champion Sustainability Game Recap
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September 19, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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The 3rd annual Champion Sustainability Game celebrated sustainable transportation on + around UNC.
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@mpiehler.bsky.social joined Chancellor Roberts and Mayor Anderson for a half-time show convo!

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September 15, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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“If you think you are too small to make a difference, you’ve never met a honey bee.” - Nathan Halsey '27

Read our latest blog post to learn more about how Halsey is connecting Carolina's pollinators, students and sustainability.

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The buzz at Carolina: Connecting bees, students and sustainability at Carolina - UNC Institute for the Environment
“If you think you are too small to make a difference, you’ve never met a honey bee.”
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July 21, 2025 at 3:51 PM
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[email protected] Director @mpiehler.bsky.social weighs in on wastewater contamination during flooding events caused by Tropical Depression Chantal.

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Millions of gallons of sewage flowed into the Eno River. Is it harmful?
Experts weigh in on what risk the sewage overflows pose to the environment.
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July 17, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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Congratulations to our good friend Hans W. Paerl on his retirement. After nearly 50 years at Carolina, Paerl set aside his beakers of slimy, green algae water and retired at the end of June. Read more about his remarkable life and career. 🔽

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Carolina’s water warrior, Hans W. Paerl retires after nearly 50-year career  - UNC Institute for the Environment
After nearly 50 years at Carolina, Hans W. Paerl set aside his beakers of slimy, green algae water.
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July 7, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Although we typically consider photosynthetic allochthonous and autochthonous carbon in stream food webs, chemoautotrophic sources (ammonia or sulfur oxidation) can contribute substantially, and incorporate ancient C. Recently accepted to FWS, online at www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/10.1086/...
July 4, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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“This research benefits the citizens of North Carolina because the marsh problem is not just localized to Currituck Sound. It is across North Carolina and the world." - Troy Walton, senior research associate at @unc-ie.bsky.social.

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NC Collaboratory funds critical environmental research - The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Check out three projects on water quality, lithium mining and marsh restoration that are protecting the state and its residents.
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July 1, 2025 at 1:04 PM
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"It’s a regenerative, continuous cycle made possible by community members who care deeply."

When she's not analyzing net zero pathways through her summer internship, Nicole Coursey has found herself spending time in Freiburg's community gardens.

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Compost, Croissants and Community: A Taste of Freiburg - Sustainable Carolina
Story by Nicky Coursey, our summer 2025 traveling intern.
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June 24, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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Researchers from UNC-Chapel Hill and NC State are testing drinking water, mold and assessing water security in Buncombe County homes following Hurricane Helene. Testing will take place June 27-28.

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UNC-Chapel Hill, NC State offering free drinking water testing in Buncombe County - UNC Institute for the Environment
Researchers are testing drinking water, mold and assessing water security in Buncombe County homes.
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June 24, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Read our latest blog post by #UNC rising senior Hannah Weas about the 2025 Sustainable Triangle Field Site’s study, which makes policy recommendations to establish a connected network of valuable habitats.

Full post 🔽

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June 23, 2025 at 3:17 PM
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A new study by researchers at @unc-ie.bsky.social examined two rapidly growing coastal regions and found that water quality patterns and processes varied between them—highlighting the importance of managing water quality in developing coastal areas.

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June 18, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Lindsay Dubbs, director of Carolina's Outer Banks Field Site (OBXFS), is an author on this landmark study published in Science on marine megafauna.

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MegaMove Publishes Landmark Global Study showing Where Marine Megafauna Needs Protection - MegaMove
MegaMove paper identifies top-priority ocean areas for whales, sharks, turtles & more. Protection still lags.
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June 16, 2025 at 12:42 PM
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I also rode the city bus to elementary school (77C Shady Side for yinz old folks), but I think it is clear that that sweet 70s hair got me on Mr. Rogers.
June 11, 2025 at 12:23 AM
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Since he was just a kid growing up in Pittsburgh, @unc-ie.bsky.social‬ Director @mpiehler.bsky.social‬ has enjoyed #sustainable transportation 🚲 He may have even achieved fame on a certain children's television show!
A champion for environment and sustainability, Piehler named Cary C. Boshamer Distinguished Professor  - UNC Institute for the Environment
Piehler is a renowned leader in coastal environmental science.
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June 9, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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🌱 Our June e-news is out today! Read about the new solar field at the former Horace Williams Airport ☀️

Plus: Honors for @unc-ie.bsky.social's Director @mpiehler.bsky.social and Board of Visitors Members Frances Seymour & more.

Read it here: go.unc.edu/Xn4y5
June 2, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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UNC Research is creativity and intellect.

It's an honor to present the Prize for Excellence in Sustainability Research at the #UNC Office for Undergraduate Research's Celebration of Undergraduate Research.

Discover the impact: www.unc.edu/carolinas-re...

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UNC Research is creativity and intellect. For 26 years, the UNC Office for Undergraduate Research has hosted the Celebration of Undergraduate Research. For three years, UNC OUR has given hashtag#SustainableCarolina the opportunity to award outstanding research related to topics like energy, water, waste, air quality, biodiversity and more. This year, Sustainable Carolina judged 27 posters for its Prize for Excellence in Sustainability Research. A group of first-year students took home first prize. UNC Research is North Carolina.
May 21, 2025 at 8:24 PM
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UNC Research is rooted in N.C. communities.

When Hurricane Helene devastated communities in western North Carolina, @unc-ie.bsky.social mobilized educators to provide a day of hands-on learning for kids displaced by flooding.

Explore more: www.unc.edu/carolinas-re...

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May 22, 2025 at 10:15 AM
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UNC Research is clean air and water for all.

Researchers at @unc-ie.bsky.social are at the forefront of research that contributes to clean air and clean water for everyone.

Learn how Carolina research serves N.C. and beyond. Visit: www.unc.edu/carolinas-re....

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May 20, 2025 at 2:34 PM
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UNC Research is future-ready leaders.

The @unc-ie.bsky.social helps provide students with the tools, experiences and opportunities to take the study and understanding of the environment to the next level.

Discover the impact: www.unc.edu/carolinas-re...

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A student in graduation robe stands in front of Carolina's Old Well. Two students hold research tools in a river. A student installs an audio recording device in nature. Paul Hollis headshot.
May 19, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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UNC Research is excellence in sustainability.

Working under the @unc-ie.bsky.social, #SustainableCarolina provides guidance to capstone courses, the Sustainable Triangle Field Site and campus labs.

Discover the impact: www.unc.edu/carolinas-re...

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UNC Research is excellence in sustainability. Five years ago, sustainability at Carolina found a new home in the UNC Institute for the Environment. Sustainable Carolina advances and amplifies efficiency initiatives in campus operations, research and academics. In 2025, Sustainable Carolina reintroduced its lab sustainability program, piloting it in four labs on the medical side of campus. Any lab can become certified by taking on sustainability measures in their space. UNC Research is North Carolina.
May 19, 2025 at 8:12 PM
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I am honored and humbled by this recognition. I am also exceptionally grateful to all of my amazing collaborators throughout the years.
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🌎 A champion for environment and sustainability, @unc-ie.bsky.social director and @uncchapelhill.bsky.social chief sustainability officer @mpiehler.bsky.social was recently named Cary C. Boshamer Distinguished Professor.

Read more about Piehler's deep Carolina roots and distinguished career.
A champion for environment and sustainability, Piehler named Cary C. Boshamer Distinguished Professor  - UNC Institute for the Environment
Piehler is a renowned leader in coastal environmental science.
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May 15, 2025 at 12:27 AM
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The Carolina Sustainability Council meets this morning. You can stream the spring meeting live or watch it later on the @unc-ie.bsky.social YouTube channel. @mpiehler.bsky.social www.youtube.com/live/YZmT4IA...
UNC Sustainability Council
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May 13, 2025 at 12:51 PM
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📬 Our May e-news hit inboxes this morning! Read about Carolina hosting the Collegiate Drone Racing Championship, the 11th UNC Cleantech Summit, Carolina's research impact and more!

Dive into all these stories at: go.unc.edu/May25News.
May 5, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Classes are over and Earth Month is coming to an end. What a spring its been for sustainability on campus 🌸 @unc-ie.bsky.social @mpiehler.bsky.social

Check out April's #SustainableCarolina newsletter: mailchi.mp/unc/april-25
April Sustainability News
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April 29, 2025 at 7:48 PM