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.
Take 60 Seconds to Stop Coal Ash Pollution
Call on the Illinois EPA and Illinois Pollution Control Board (IPCB) now to adopt strong rules for managing and storing toxic coal ash.
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!
Illinois Passes Coal Ash Law
Coal Ash Pollution Prevention Act Eco-Justice Collaborative was part of a team of organizations who worked together with State Senator Scott Bennett to develop, and then pass the Coal Ash Pollution Prevention Act. This is one of the most comprehensive bills in the nation adopted to date that regulates the disposal and clean up of […]
Talk with the IEPA About Coal Ash
Prepare to provide public input will make Illinois coal ash rules strong and effective, and help protect the Middle Fork from coal ash pollution.
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.
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.
Ask the Governor to Sign SB9!
SB9, The Coal Ash Pollution Prevention Act, passed the Illinois House of Representatives on May 27. Now it is time for Governor Pritzker to sign the bill!
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.
Illinois Passes Landmark Coal Ash Bill
On Memorial Day, the Illinois General Assembly passed landmark coal ash legislation, which now heads to the Governor’s desk for signing.