Critics Say State's New Coal Ash Classifications Don't Go Far Enough
The state recently issued a new classification system for coal ash ponds.
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Duke Energy CEO Expects Challenge To EPA Power Plant Rules
The president and CEO of Duke Energy expects a challenge to new EPA regulations targeting power plants.
Duke Study: Radioactivity Found In Coal Ash
Radioactive contaminants have been found in coal ash, according to a new Duke University study. Testing revealed five times more radioactivity in coal ash than in normal soil.
Environmental Groups Ask Judge To Dismiss Part Of Lawsuit
A coalition of environmental groups wants a North Carolina judge to dismiss part of a lawsuit. The lawsuit deals with pollution leaking from Duke Energy's coal ash dumps.
More Groundwater Pollution Found Near Coal Ash Dumps
More drinking wells have been found contaminated from coal ash dumps.
New Coal Ash Landfill Considered In Rockingham County
Duke Energy is considering opening up a landfill to store coal ash waste in Rockingham County. The new site is part of the company's plan to find safer ways to store the toxic waste.
Duke Coal Ash Seepage Leads To Record State Fine
The state's environmental enforcement agency has fined Duke Energy a record $25 million. And there may be more fines coming for coal ash contamination from a plant near Wilmington.
Images Of Coal Ash Spill Could Not Be Ignored
The massive spill of nearly 40,000 tons of coal ash into the Dan River promoted outrage and demands for action to protect the state's waterways.
Duke Energy Announces Coal Ash Removal Plans
Duke Energy announced Wednesday that they have submitted plans to move millions of tons of coal ash from four storage facilities across the state.