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Gov. McCrory proposes closing, converting 33 coal ash ponds
- By Richard M. Barron and Taft Wireback and
- Apr 16, 2014
- Apr 16, 2014 Updated Apr 17, 2014
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Highlights of Gov. Pat McCrory’s sweeping proposal to prevent future coal ash disasters:
• Close or convert all of Duke Energy’s existing coal ash ponds.
• End loopholes in state law and tighten other controls on coal ash ponds.
• Eliminate special exemptions for those operating the ponds.
• Boost regulations that promote dam safety and protect water quality.
• Add 19 employees to the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
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