The Fight for Middle Fork Is Not Over
So how will the Coal Ash Pollution Prevention Act affect the fight to clean up the coal ash along the Middle Fork? It’s somewhat complicated!
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Speak Up for the Middle Fork!
Ensure the IEPA develops strong rules to protect our National Scenic River and Illinois communities from this toxic waste!
JB Pritzker Signs New Coal Ash Law
Today, bipartisan legislation to protect Illinois’ residents and their water from toxic coal ash was signed into law by Governor J.B. Pritzker.
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.
Together, We Just #KickedCoalAsh!
We“#KickedCoalAsh” this week! Thanks to YOUR help, the Coal Ash Pollution Prevention Act, is on its way to the Governor’s desk.
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.
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!
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.