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Progress in Virginia coal plant fight: ODEC announces postponement! 


Old Dominion Electric Co-op is postponing pursuit of air pollution permits for its proposed coal plant that, if built, would be the largest in the state. The fight is far from over- we need your help to make sure this plant never gets built.

ODEC is still seeking its water pollution permits. Write the Army Corps today to ensure a critical evaluation of ODEC's purposed need for this massive plant.

Patagonia and Mast ShoesShoe Shopping for the Environment

During the month of September, for every pair of Patagonia shoes you buy from Mast General Store, $10 will be donated to our work here at Appalachian Voices. Walk a mile or two (or two thousand) in "our" shoes today!

 

EPA: Coal Ash = Hazardous Waste

Coal ash in the Clinch and Emory Rivers

The Environmental Protection Agency is asking for your opinion on how toxic coal ash waste, a byproduct of coal-burning, is treated.

Coal ash should be treated as a hazardous waste with strong federal oversight. Write the EPA today!

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