Climate Change
The documented effects of a new coal boiler
The plant could have adverse effects on the air quality of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Shining Rock Wilderness Area, Linville Gorges and other so-called “Class 1″ air sheds
Cliffside, A History
Expansion avoids requirements set forth in the Clean Air Act. The 800-megawatt Cliffside Unit 6 will use outdated, inefficient toxic control measures that will see more mercury and hazardous air pollutants enter our state’s air.
Congress, don’t embarrass us in front of our friends
This December when President Obama attends the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Copenhagen he hopes to restore the United States’ reputation as a global leader on the world stage by demonstrating evidence of the United States strong commitment to curb global warming. Congress seems to be reluctant to help the President meet that objective.
Chapel Hill part of coal free campus campaign
On Wednesday, September 16th the Sierra Club announced a new campaign to “kick coal off campuses” nationally. Around 60 campuses who signed on to the American College and University Presidents Climate Commitment still use coal – an ancient, dirty technology that is far too common place in the 21st Century. One of those campuses is right here in North Carolina in the form of the flagship University of the University of North Carolina system – UNC Chapel Hill.
Duke Energy proposed rate increase
Reports in the Indy Weekly and the Charlotte Observer indicate that the public hearings on proposed rate increases are turning into referendums on the Cliffside power plant. The 13.5 percent rate increase under consideration by the North Carolina Utilities Commisision will help foot the construction bill for the 800-megawatt boiler – now nearly 50% completed and coming in at around $2.4 billion in public dollars.
National Political Director in Chapel Hill
Cathy Duvall, Sierra Club’s National Political Director, spoke last night in Chapel Hill about the future of climate legislation on Capitol Hill and the role North Carolina might play in the vital debate.
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