Residents Claim Duke Energy Planning Coal Ash Dump In Eden
There's a new conflict rising out of Duke Energy's disposal of coal ash. It concerns possible plans to build a new landfill to store the waste in a low income, minority neighborhood in Eden.
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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.
Duke Energy To Buy Solar Company
Duke Energy is expanding its solar power holdings. The nation's largest electric company is purchasing an outfit that installs solar arrays for companies, governments and utilities.
Rockingham County Hopes To Shake The Coal Ash Spill Legacy
It's been nearly a year since the Duke Energy Coal Ash spill was discovered in the Dan River near Eden. More than 39,000 tons of toxic sludge made its way into the river.
Solar Projects Approved For Duke Energy
Duke Energy plans to invest $500 million in solar energy. These projects were approved Monday by the North Carolina Utilities Commission.
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.
Duke Energy CEO: 'I Don't Think Of Myself As A Powerful Woman'
Female executives are a rarity in the energy industry. But Lynn Good, CEO of Duke Energy, took the helm of the utility giant just as it was grappling with some very public challenges.
Duke Energy Creates $10 Million Fund Promoting Water Quality
Duke Energy is creating a $10 million fund to improve and promote water quality and conservation in five states.