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Illegal Dumping in the Green River
Residents concerned about water demand from proposed coal mine
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Happy Hour Friday, September 14
Illegal Dumping in the Green River
Prairie Rivers Network has joined a federal lawsuit filed by the Quad Cities Waterkeeper against Ballegeer Trucking and Excavating for outrageous and unlawful acts against the Green River.
Residents are concerned about proposed coal mine’s demand for water
Water is among the top concerns for Vermilion and Champaign County residents facing the proposed Bulldog Coal Mine. The mining company is seeking up to 1/2 a million gallons of water per day during the initial phase of mining from the Village of Homer. That’s over four times as much water as the entire Village uses in one day. Where will the water come from to wash the coal, and what will happen to the polluted water once it’s used by the mine?
Thank you to all those who donate to Prairie Rivers Network through EarthShare Illinois’ workplace giving program. You make a huge difference, and we are very grateful for your continued support. Thank you EarthShare Illinois for making it so easy for people to share their wealth!
Happy Hour Friday, September 14
Join staff, board members, volunteers, partners, and friends for our quarterly Happy Hour at Quality Bar in Champaign from 6-8 p.m.
Address: 110 North Neil Street, Champaign, Illinois 61820
We’ll order pizza and toast to clean water and healthy rivers!
We have opportunities for volunteer and interns, including projects you can work on from home. Please contact Steph Adams sadams@prairierivers.org or fill out our online volunteer application.
October 5, 2012I Hotel & Conference Center
Champaign, IL