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Update 127

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ACP Would Trigger Extensive Mountaintop Removal

A new Fact Sheet highlights the serious problem of ridgetop removal that would be necessary should the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP) be built as planned. The document was released April 27 by the Chesapeake Climate Action Network, Appalachian Mountain Advocates

Daniel Shaffer April 27, 2017May 5, 2017 Pipeline Updates Read more

U.S. Chamber Blames High Electricity Rates on Pipeline Shortages

“The lack of pipeline infrastructure in the northeast has resulted in some of the highest electricity rates in the nation for families and business—and it will only get worse,” according to a new report  released this week by the U.S. Chamber. 

Daniel Shaffer April 27, 2017April 27, 2017 Pipeline Updates Read more

Pipeline foes feel fear, burning rage

Card – The Recorder – 4/27/17

Daniel Shaffer April 27, 2017May 5, 2017 Local & ACP Read more

How county pipeline case in Va. Supreme Court could shape eminent domain law

Card – The News Leader – 4/26/17

Daniel Shaffer April 27, 2017 Local & ACP Read more

Research: Atlantic Coast Pipeline would require ‘extensive’ mountaintop removal

Card – WSET ABC13 – 4/27/17

Daniel Shaffer April 27, 2017 Local & ACP Read more

Forest Service’s ‘Independent’ Report on Atlantic Coast Pipeline Written by Pipeline Company Contractor

Card – DeSmog – 4/25/17

Daniel Shaffer April 27, 2017 Local & ACP Read more

Appalachian Power Chief Looks Toward Renewable Energy

Card – US News & World Report – 4/23/17

Daniel Shaffer April 27, 2017April 27, 2017 Regional & MVP Read more

Consumer advocates argue in Virginia Supreme Court against law that froze Dominion’s rates

Card – The Richmond Times-Dispatch – 4/21/17

Daniel Shaffer April 27, 2017 Regional & MVP Read more

The Trump White House is at war with itself about climate change

Card – The Washington Post – 4/26/17

Daniel Shaffer April 27, 2017 Big Picture Read more

Trump Might Not Believe In The Risks Of Climate Change – But Investors Do And They Are Taking Action

Card – Forbes – 4/27/17

Daniel Shaffer April 27, 2017 Big Picture Read more
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ABRA CONSERVATION HUB 

ABRA’s Conservation Hub program promotes responsible resource management by providing access to critical information needed for effective public involvement in environmental review and oversight.

Following the defeat of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline in 2020, ABRA initiated the Conservation Hub to support informed public engagement with the broader range of environmental issues confronting the Allegheny-Blue Ridge Mountain region. The Conservation Hub builds on the analysis and information sharing capacity achieved through ABRA’s Pipeline CSI project during the years of ACP opposition.

The Conservation Hub is based on the use of GIS mapping to provide details and context for land development projects and management practices that involve risk of environmental harm, as well as for environmental preservation and restoration initiatives. The Conservation Hub also provides access to regulatory documents and assessments related to specific projects or issues.

Multiple Conservation Hub sites, focused on individual projects or issues, have been developed collaboratively with ABRA’s partners and allies. Going forward, we invite conservation groups, individuals, and communities to provide ideas for new Hub sites and GIS mapping that can contribute to informed public engagement on behalf of environmental integrity in the Allegheny-Blue Ridge region.

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