We're hiring: Land Stewardship Specialist

This full-time position plays an integral role in our Stewardship and Land Management team by conducting annual monitoring visits to properties protected by conservation easements, interfacing with landowners, compiling reports, and more.

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Energy

Meet the Team: Energy Advocate Michael Coleman - December 18th, 2024

In a feature from the Fall/Winter 2024-2025 issue of the Upstate Advocate, Michael Coleman shares what a day in the life of an Energy Advocate looks like. read more

Our People: Meet UF staff in the latest issue of the Upstate Advocate - December 16th, 2024

In the Fall/Winter 2024-2025 edition of the Upstate Advocate, we invite you to get to know the people behind our work — what they do, how they do it, and why it matters — in addition to catching up on the latest conservation and advocacy news from Upstate Forever. read more

By Aldon Knight

Conservation & advocacy wins of 2024 - December 12th, 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, we're pausing to celebrate the many conservation and advocacy successes this year has brought. Here's a look at just a few highlights of our work this year — made possible by your generous support... read more

A few updates post-Helene - October 15th, 2024

We are happy to report that our staff members and their families are safe. Our offices are open, and although several members of staff are still waiting on power or internet access, we are working as usual. read more

Legislative Updates 2024: Session Wrap-Up - May 16th, 2024

Revisit the conservation legislation signed, unfinished bills we hope to revisit in 2025, and what to expect in the months to come in our 2024 Legislative Session Wrap-Up from State Policy Director Megan Chase-Muller. read more

By Megan Chase-Muller

Public hearings for Duke Energy Carolinas' rate increases - March 14th, 2024

This spring, the Public Service Commission wants to hear from Duke Energy Carolinas customers about planned rate hikes. Upstate residents have several opportunities to attend and speak at a public hearing where they can express their concerns with energy burdens and push for renewable energy solutions. read more

Next-Door Nature: Explore the latest issue of the Upstate Advocate - October 25th, 2023

The newest edition of our biannual print publication explores the ecosystems persisting within the urbanized landscape — our backyards, neighborhood greenspaces, and downtown parks — in addition to sharing the latest news and updates from our team. read more

By Andrea Cooper

Electric Vehicle Equity Roundtable Recap - June 21st, 2023

Together with Sustaining Way, we hosted an Electric Vehicle Equity Roundtable in May. The event was the first of its kind in the Upstate, and it brought together a diverse group of experts, community leaders, and Upstate residents to discuss Electric Vehicle (EV) adoption and equitable mobility options. read more

By Michael Coleman