The tactics used by Dominion Energy to obtain support for and ultimate approval of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline (ACP) are detailed in a new report released June 1 by the Public Accountability Initiative (PIA). The Power Behind the Pipelines: Atlantic
Virginia DEQ Reveals Initial Plans for Water Quality Hearings
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality has informally announced that 5 public hearings will be held in August to receive public input on the state’s consideration of applications for water quality certification under Section 401 of the federal Clean Water
‘Walking the Line’ Set for June 17 to July 4
A celebratory walk along the Atlantic Coast Pipeline route in Virginia is planned to commence on June 17 in Highland County and conclude July 2 in Buckingham County at the site of the proposed compressor station. A second leg of
Exxon Shareholders Approve Climate Risk Disclosure Proposal
Exxon’s shareholders approved by a 62% favorable vote a proposal calling on the oil and gas giant to assess and disclose how it is preparing its business for the transition to a low-carbon future. The May 31 action, taken over
Legislation to Boost Public Participation at FERC Introduced in Congress
Legislation that would create an Office of Public Participation and Consumer Advocacy at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has been introduced in both the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate. The “Public Engagement at FERC Act” is
Trump pulls US out of Paris climate accord
Card – Utility Dive – 6/1/17
State negates sweeping pipeline water review
Card – The Recorder – 6/1/17
In Home Stretch of Virginia Gubernatorial Race, Resistance to Atlantic Coast Pipeline Grows
Card – Natural Gas Intelligence – 5/31/17
To Lead on Climate, Virginia’s Governor Can and Must Stop Pipelines
Card – Oil Change International – 5/31/17
Report highlights Dominion efforts to secure Atlantic Coast Pipeline approval
Card – Southeast Energy News – 6/1/17