Victory for the Middle Fork!
A consent order requiring Dynegy to clean up its coal ash and resolve violations at the former Vermilion Power Station.was finalized 6-9-23.
Dynegy Presents Its Plans for the Middle Fork
On December 9, 2021 Dynegy Midwest Generation presented its plans to remove coal ash stored in the floodplain of the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River.
Interim Agreement on Middle Fork Coal Ash
Interim agreement reached on protecting the Middle Fork of the Vermilion River. Environmental groups are cautiously optimistic, and will remain vigilant.
Thanks to You – IL Coal Ash Rules Adopted!
With the recent adoption coal ash rules, Illinois residents will be safer and our surface and groundwaters will be cleaner!
EJC Asks IDNR to Inspect Riverbanks
Six feet of unmitigated erosion along riverbanks could potentially destabilize the Old East Ash Pit, sending coal ash into Illinois’ National Scenic River.
Dynegy Withdraws Stabilization Plan
While the fight to protect the Middle Fork from coal ash pollution continues, Dynegy agrees to revise its riverbank plan to reduce harm to this National Scenic River.
Step Toward Victory for Middle Fork!
Facing public pressure and a federal agency’s mandate to protect Illinois’ National Scenic River, Dynegy agreed to redesign its project.
Dynegy Wants to Cap, Leave, and Run
Dynegy wants to permanently cap the coal ash, “stabilize” the abutting riverbank, wipe their hands, and pat themselves on the back for a job well done.
EJC Objects to Dynegy Permit
EJC objects to the issuance of a Section 404 permit for Dynegy’s harmful Middle Fork riverbank project, and asks for an Environmental Impact Statement.
Cap and Run: Illinois’ Coal Ash Crisis
EJC participated in a 11-28 press event releasing “Cap and Run”, a new report calling on legislators to address Illinois urgent coal ash crisis in 2019.