Articles Concerning

Energy

April 11, 2019, by Frank Taylor

Duke Energy to appeal order to remove coal ash

Duke Energy says science, engineering and consumer costs make forced excavation of coal ash storage a bad idea. Environmental group says Duke is delaying.…more

April 2, 2019, by Frank Taylor

Duke ordered to remove coal ash, says it can’t make deadlines

Environmental groups pleased with NC order for Duke Energy to remove coal ash from unlined pits. Duke warns it will take too long and be too expensive.…more

February 14, 2019, by Staff Reports

The Kicker, Show 9 | Seeking closure on coal ash

The Kicker, Show 9 features an interview by Peter Kent with Carolina Public Press managing editor Frank Taylor, who discusses coal ash policy in North Carolina.…more

January 28, 2019, by Frank Taylor

Meaning of ‘closure’ debated as DEQ hosts sessions on NC coal ash

Duke Energy says removing coal ash would be expensive and is not the right option at every site. Environmental advocates say it’s the only option.…more

September 21, 2018, by Kirk Ross

Florence environmental damage concerns high, assessment to take time

Effects of dead livestock, hog waste and coal ash in floodwaters will take time to measure. Observers worry lessons unlearned from past storms.…more