Members of local communities and environmental groups demand TVA prioritize safety and clean energy. TVA CEO Jeff Lyash announces a Notice of Intent to build yet another gas plant and pipeline.
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Communities Speak Out on Clean Energy, Safety
TAGS: Clean Up TVA Coalition Cumberland Fossil Plant Kingston Fossil Plant Notice of Intent Cheatham County Tennessee pipelines SAGE TN Tennessee Valley Authority TVA
Left High and Dry After the Flood
Gaps in aid and a cumbersome application process are complicating the recovery process for Buchanan County government and residents in the aftermath of flooding that happened in July 2022.
Nuclear Company Pursues Plans to Refine Uranium in Erwin, Tennessee
As Nuclear Fuel Services, Inc., pursues plans to begin producing refined uranium in Erwin, Tenn., local environmental and safety advocates are objecting.
Permanent Closure of Frack Waste Well A Win For Ohio Activists
The Ginsburg injection well stored toxic, radioactive waste in an open pit surrounded by farms and residences. The well’s closure is a significant victory for activists, but there are more than 200 frack waste injection wells in Ohio.
TAGS: Appalachian Ohio community activism environmental cleanup frack waste fracking injection well Ohio radiation southeast ohio toxic waste
Keeping the Nolichucky “Wild and Scenic”
A grassroots effort to protect the Nolichucky River has the support of lawmakers, outdoor enthusiasts, businesses and more.
TAGS: boating Kayaking Nolichucky North Carolina Tennessee U.S. Forest Service Water quality Whitewater Wild and Scenic
White-Nose Syndrome: A Stealthy Killer
The fungal disease called white-nose syndrome has killed millions of bats across North America.
Barring the Way to Disease
Gates placed over the mouths of caves let bats in and out of their home while keeping unwanted humans out.
Community-owned Broadband Expands Rural Opportunities
The Southern Connected Communities Project is helping rural communities build locally owned and operated wireless broadband infrastructure.
TAGS: Highlander Center internet access rural broadband SEAD Southern Connected Communities Project Tennessee
Non-traditional Loans Fund Regional Entrepreneurs
A nonprofit organization allows individuals to give small loans to entrepreneurs across the globe, including several in Southwest Virginia.
It’s An Invasion
Researchers and other individuals are tracking the invasive plants and beetles that are edging out and harming native plant species in Appalachia.
