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EPA proposes new rules for toxic pollutants discharged from coal-fired power plants

The EPA has proposed new and stricter limits on toxic contaminants that utilities can discharge from their coal-fired power plants and coal ash landfills — but it’s still unclear how the rules would affect Duke Energy’s facilities in North Carolina.

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As Southeast states warm, TVA criticized on preparations for dealing with climate hazards

Extreme weather patterns will require several improvements to the climate resiliency of Tennessee Valley Authority electrical infrastructure
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New U.S. House Natural Resources chair opposes limits on fossil fuel development

Incoming House Natural Resources Committee chair wants to allow more mining; says technology is solution to climate change.

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Hog farm that used dead pigs, spoiled meat as fuel for biogas digester fined $34K

Millions of gallons of feces, liquified hogs and old meat illegally discharged from a lagoon. Levels of ammonia in the groundwater at more than 17 times legal limits.These are just three of the 15 environmental violations amassed this year by White Oak Farms in Fremont.

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