A federal judge ruled in favor of Appalachian Voices and our partners that the Tennessee Valley Authority’s decision to build the Kingston Gas Plant broke the law. “TVA invested ratepayer money into an expensive and polluting gas plant before fully considering alternative power options that are cheaper, cleaner and reliable,” said Director of Public Power Campaigns Bri Knisely.
Our national forests help keep our air and water clean and make communities more resilient to flooding. Tell the U.S. Forest Service to KEEP the Roadless Rule protecting these irreplaceable treasures.
Adapted to life at higher elevations away from water, the Shenandoah salamander lives among the dry leaves, cracked logs and stony hillocks on the highest peaks of Shenandoah National Park.
Construction of the new Monument to Labor in Motion in Pound, Virginia, is nearly complete. New Economy Program Manager Emma Kelly reflects on the conversations and community engagement that made it possible.
Even as Rep. Hal Rogers (KY) pushes for more funding for the proposed prison in Eastern Kentucky, the project has faced opposition locally and from the Trump-Vance administration.
The National Environmental Policy Act allows people to have a say on energy projects in their communities, but the U.S. Senate is considering bills that would weaken the NEPA Act. Tell your senators to vote “NO” on changes to our environmental laws that cut the public out!
In Case You Missed It...
NC residents stand up to Duke Energy:The utility giant wants to build two methane gas power plants in Davie County and a massive liquefied natural gas facility in Davidson County.
Suing TVA for clean air violations: We and our partners are taking action against the Tennessee Valley Authority for failing to protect communities from the harmful air pollution impacts that would come from running its Cumberland coal plant alongside its newly built Cumberland Gas Plant.
West Virginians sue coal company for clean drinking water:Residents of the city of Gary are seeking to force a coal company to provide a replacement drinking water source because the company has continually polluted the city’s current water supply.
Oct. 3 at 1 p.m.: Rediscover the wonders of moss, learn how to identify different species, and understand its importance within the vast ecosystem. Knoxville, Tenn.
Oct. 14 at 9 a.m.: Join a community of partners to collaborate and create healthy streamside ecosystems for clean water across the Commonwealth! Marion, Va.
