water pollution
Illinoisans demand stricter coal ash rules, denounce state proposal
In hearings this week, environmental advocates and community members voiced concerns about the state’s many contaminated sites.
Ohio
Study tries to untangle shale gas and coal impacts on Ohio groundwater
The Yale University project could help residents know where to point a finger when well water becomes contaminated.
Illinois
Midwest coal producers attempt to cut costs, escalating pollution worries
“They’re trying to cut regulations and to cut corners”: Experts see an Illinois water permit fight as a sign of things to come for the struggling coal industry.
Illinois
Advocates banking on new Illinois coal ash law to protect rivers and wells
Amid federal uncertainty, two of the state’s most notorious coal ash storage sites will likely test new cleanup rules adopted this year.
Michigan
West Michigan residents fear coal ash contaminating drinking water wells
Private well samples indicated possible contamination near the J.H. Campbell coal plant.