Hurricane Helene didn't just tear apart homes and infrastructure—it also affected rare and sensitive species and habitats. Duke research—in partnership with North Carolina's Natural Heritage Program—is already helping state agencies prioritize field visits and guide recovery efforts, writes the Nicholas Institute's Katie Warnell in a LinkedIn article.

The Nicholas Institute is pleased to welcome Robert Bonnie as an executive in residence following a two-year Rubenstein Fellowship at Duke. Bonnie specializes in issues related to climate change and natural resource conservation, with a focus on rural America.