The Energy Burden: Residents contend with inefficient homes and high energy bills
Inefficient housing and financial difficulties can lead to insurmountable energy bills for rural residents
Other Top Stories From February/March 2017
Could Concrete Help Get Coal Ash Out of Neighborhoods?
More than 150 million tons of coal ash are stored in impoundment ponds across North Carolina. Recycling the ash for use in concrete may provide a way to remove this toxic material from neighborhoods.
State Politics Across the Region
With state legislative sessions underway across the region, here’s a preview of some of the environmental bills to look out for.
Using Art to Combat Environmental Destruction
An exhibit of mixed-media art by West Virginia resident Betsy Jaeger shares the drastic changes in her community due to mining and fracking operations.
Congress Blocks Stream Protection Rule
The Congressional Review Act, a rarely invoked procedure, was used by the U.S. Congress to strike down the Stream Protection Rule.
Appalachian Festivals
Festival season is about to get underway in Appalachia. Here is selection of the upcoming festivals and gatherings in the region.
February/March 2017 - Columns
This Green House
Extending the Growing Season
Appalachian farmers and gardeners are using season extension techniques such as high tunnels to expand growing opportunities.
Naturalist’s Notebook
A Sweet Maple Harvest
A resurgence in mapling has opened a booming market for Appalachian syrup.
Member Spotlight
Politics
Environmental Protections Targeted
The two weeks of Trump’s presidency saw executive orders and actions in Congress.
State Politics Across the Region
With state legislative sessions underway across the region, here’s a preview of some of the environmental bills to look out for.
Environmental Votetracker — Feb/March 2017
How Appalachian House and Senate members voted regarding whether to nullify the Stream Protection Rule.
Across Appalachia
Energy Report
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Environmental Review Underway