This morning, the Environmental Protection Agency responded to an email asking for comments on a letter Governor Steve Beshear sent to President Barack Obama earlier this week. In an interview, Energy and Environment Cabinet Secretary Len Peters expressed frustration with the EPA’s requirements for permits. He says Kentucky worked with the regional EPA on a template… Continue reading EPA Responds to Beshear’s Letter
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More Federal Oversight of Surface Mines Proposed
The federal Office of Surface Mining has announced its proposals for strengthening oversight of strip mining to protect the environment in Appalachian coal states. One proposal is to conduct so-called “independent” inspections of state-permitted mines.
Surge in New Residential Construction Permits in Cities
Some metropolitan communities may be attracting more residents from the suburbs and rural areas. That’s according to a new report from the Environmental Protection Agency’s John Thomas.