Fundraiser to Protect the Middle Fork
Join us at the Rose Bowl in Urbana on August 10, and help us protect the Middle Fork, a state and national treasure, from toxic coal ash pollution.
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.
Tell IEPA – Don’t Approve Dynegy’s Wall
Tell the Illinois Governor, the IEPA, and the IDNR to require Dynegy to move its coal ash out of the floodplain of Illinois’ only National Scenic River!
It’s Time to Write Governor Pritzker
Governor Pritzker has said he will protect Illinois communities and our environment from coal ash pollution. Ask him to take a stand on the Middle Fork.
Attend March 26 Middle Fork Hearing
Attend 3-26-19 hearing! Building this massive rock wall sets the stage for Dynegy to be able to leave its toxic waste in the floodplain of the Middle Fork.
Who Can Stop Dynegy? The NPS!
The National Park Service can, and should stop Dynegy’s massive riverbank project. It is not consistent with requirements of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.
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.
Write the National Park Service
Send a letter to the National Park Service and Illinois DNR. Tell them Dynegy’s riverbank project does not follow the law.
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.