In a letter to state regulators, federal EPA says Georgia's coal ash plan is inadequate
Environmental lawyer refers to the letter as a “politely worded smackdown” of state Environmental Protection Division.
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EPA takes issue with Georgia agency's approval of state utility's ash disposal plan
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) raised concerns in a letter to its Georgia counterpart about the state utility’s storage of coal ash. In the letter last week, shared with The Hill, EPA officials expressed concerns with Georgia Power’s plan for disposal of coal ash from retired Plant Hammond, near the town of Rome. Coal-fired power…
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Georgia grants controversial coal ash pond closure permit to Georgia Power
“Leaving toxic coal ash in primitive, unlined pits contaminates groundwater and puts Georgia’s rivers at risk. …” said Chris Bowers, attorney with the Atlanta-based Southern Environmental Law Center.
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Feds gave Georgia $3M to plan climate pollution reduction. What role will Columbus play?
The Inflation Reduction Act is funding state climate action plans that must incorporate environmental justice for low-income/disadvantaged communities across the Peach State.
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City of Valdosta matches Georgia EPD water planning seed grant
The city of Valdosta approved matching funds for a water planning seed grant, the total amount with the grant and matching funds equals $150,000.
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