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Dynegy Presents Its Plans for the Middle Fork

December 10, 2021Dynegy Midwest Generation, Dynegy moves its ash, Illinois coal ash

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.

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The Fight for Middle Fork Is Not Over

January 20, 2020"coal ash", Coal Ash Prevention Pollution Control Act, Illinois coal ash, Protect the Middle Fork

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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Illinois Passes Coal Ash Law

December 10, 2019Coal Ash Pollution Prevention Act, Illinois coal ash, JB Pritzker

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 […]

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Fox News Coal Ash Bill Signed

JB Pritzker Signs New Coal Ash Law

July 31, 2019Illinois coal ash, JB Pritzker, Protect the Fork, Protect the Middle Fork

Today, bipartisan legislation to protect Illinois’ residents and their water from toxic coal ash was signed into law by Governor J.B. Pritzker.

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Dynegy Withdraws Stabilization Plan

July 10, 2019coal ash pollution, Dynegy coal ash, Illinois coal ash, Protect the Middle Fork

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.

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Together, We Just #KickedCoalAsh!

May 30, 2019#KickedCoalAsh, Illinois coal ash, Protect the Middle Fork, SB9 Coal Ash Pollution Prevention

We“#KickedCoalAsh” this week! Thanks to YOUR help, the Coal Ash Pollution Prevention Act, is on its way to the Governor’s desk.

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Illinois Passes Landmark Coal Ash Bill

May 29, 2019Coal ash legislation, Illinois coal ash, SB9 Coal Ash Pollution Prevention

On Memorial Day, the Illinois General Assembly passed landmark coal ash legislation, which now heads to the Governor’s desk for signing.

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Step Toward Victory for Middle Fork!

May 20, 2019Dynegy coal ash, Illinois coal ash, Protect the Fork, Protect the Middle Fork

Facing public pressure and a federal agency’s mandate to protect Illinois’ National Scenic River, Dynegy agreed to redesign its project.

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Major Coal Ash Bill Passes IL Senate!

May 11, 2019Coal Ash Pollution Prevention Act, Illinois coal ash, SB 9

With Senator Scott Bennett’s leadership, the Illinois Senate advanced SB9, a bill aimed at ensuring safe closure of toxic coal ash pits at Illinois power plant sites.

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Dynegy Wants to Cap, Leave, and Run

January 27, 2019Dynegy coal ash, Illinois coal ash, Mike Nowak, Protect the Middle Fork

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.

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