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Green Jobs Growing in U.S., Kentucky

June 22, 2009 at 08:00pm

Kentucky had more than 9,000 "clean energy jobs" in 2007, a new report by the Pew Charitable Trust found. Kentucky also had a clean energy job growth rate nearly triple the overall state job rate growth rate for the 10-year period 1998-2007.

Real energy independence in Wales

June 21, 2009 at 08:00pm

The small principality of Wales â€” an area where coal was once a dominant part of the local economy â€” has launched an ambitious plan to get almost all of its electricity from renewables within 20 years.

Harlan Citizens voice opposition to new mine

June 18, 2009 at 08:00pm

Posted in: Harlan County

"I was a mine inspector for 30 years. As mayor and as a supervisor with the Office of Mine Safety and Licensing, my No. 1 concern is safety. I don't care how much coal you get – if it has 1 ounce of blood on it, it's not worth it."

Just baby steps on mining reform

June 17, 2009 at 08:00pm

UPDATE: The New York Times weighs in, too. Read its Friday editorial: More Than Stopgaps for Appalachia.

Take action to halt a proposed mining permit in Lynch

June 15, 2009 at 08:00pm

Posted in: Harlan County

KFTC members attend permit hearing in Harlan County

June 11, 2009 at 08:00pm

Posted in: Harlan County

Federal agencies announce coordinated approach to protecting streams

June 10, 2009 at 08:00pm

The Obama administration made a major announcement today to clarify its approach to protecting the public from the dumping of mining wastes into streams.

Central Kentucky poster making party!

June 10, 2009 at 08:00pm

Posted in: Central Kentucky

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EKPC ratepayers could face higher rates if co-op continues to invest in coal burning

June 9, 2009 at 08:00pm

New report shows higher health problems for folks living near coal ash dumps

May 6, 2009 at 08:00pm

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