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Submit Comments to Your Governor re: Ohio River Pollution Standards
So, you may have already submitted a comment to ORSANCO, as requested in this blog. Now, however, we […]
Submit Comments to Your Governor re: Ohio River Pollution Standards
Please contact your governor about ORSANCO's Ohio River pollution control standards. Here's how, If you want to attend a meeting where ORSANCO makes a decision on these standards, contact Robin. Here's how.
Drowning in a Sea of Estrogen: Another Reason for #PetroFreeWV, #NoASH
In 1990, Dr. Louis Guillette, an endocrinologist from Florida, testified before Congress, telling the U.S. House […]
Drowning in a Sea of Estrogen: Another Reason for #PetroFreeWV, #NoASH
Chemicals used in oil and gas fracking are another source of chemicals wrecking havoc with our fertility. More than 130 chemicals used in fracking are known or suspected endocrine-disrupting chemicals. #PetroFreeWV #NoASH
Remembering Ben Stout, Truly A Hero For West Virginia
Update: Here’s the full obituary; note that the family is honoring Ben’s wishes for no funeral service; […]
Remembering Ben Stout, Truly A Hero For West Virginia
Ben: Taking the top off of a mountain. Is that the right thing to do? I don’t think an individual can say yes to that. I think any individual knows that that’s wrong.
Comment for the Sake of the Ohio River; It’s About Our Lives
ORSANCO is currently taking comments on a proposal to change the way it deals with pollution control standards for the Ohio River. Not good! Please comment and write letters-to-the-editor.
Scientist, Compassionate Water Defender Dr. Ben Stout Passes
OVEC extends our deepest sympathy to the family of Dr. Ben Stout, who passed away the morning […]
Comment for the Sake of the Ohio River; It’s About Our Lives
Update: Here’s another letter-to-the-editor you may use to craft your own: ORSANCO needs area support Dr. Randi […]
Scientist, Compassionate Water Defender Dr. Ben Stout Passes
OVEC joins with his family and so many West Virginians in mourning the passing of Dr. Ben Stout. We are filled with deep gratitude for his lifetime of work on behalf of the people and waters of West Virginia.
The Awful Marcellus Pipeline Mess: They are Here Already, With More Coming Soon
The Awful Marcellus Pipeline Mess: They are Here Already With More Coming Soon The world in […]
The Awful Marcellus Pipeline Mess: They are Here Already, With More Coming Soon
Enthusiasm wanes with time, as does profit. Investors move on and their gain can’t be tapped against the public loss and private loss, such as spoiled water wells and useless land. Loss of property value to individuals is over looked. Facts are distorted. Legislation is bought and lax enforcement is ignored.
Volunteer, Show the Ohio River Some Love: Living Land & Waters Garbage Barge Here Now
Calling all water defenders! Show some love to the Ohio River and to a river clean-up […]
Volunteer, Show the Ohio River Some Love: Living Land & Waters Garbage Barge Here Now
Come help clean up the Ohio River. Jump on the Garbage Barge.
West Virginians Do Not Want China’s Appalachian Gas Investments: #NoASH #PetroFreeWV
Upon reading this article, Will China’s Appalachian Gas Investments Survive Trade Fight?, OVEC member Mary Wildfire was […]
West Virginians Do Not Want China’s Appalachian Gas Investments: #NoASH #PetroFreeWV
Not everyone here in West Virginia thinks building Cancer Alley #2 along the entire Ohio River border of our state would be wonderful. Far from it!
Leach Xpress, MXP—Headaches on the Headwaters; You Can Help Make a Difference
As high-pressure, large diameter pipelines threaten our region, a swarm of citizen monitors are stepping up to do the monitoring that our state regulators can't. Join 'em!
Leach Xpress, MXP—Headaches on the Headwaters; You Can Help Make a Difference
Urgent: Are you noting problems with pipelines in your area? If so, you may want to write […]
Act Now: Ohio River Pollution Control Standards in Jeopardy; Upcoming Events
ORSANCO needs to hear from you: Come to the hearing, or submit written comments and please write a letter to the editor to encourage others to comment, too. #waterislife
Now We Can Say Something on Paula Swearengin’s Bid for Senate Seat
For Swearengin to confront him [Manchin], one West Virginia operative recently told Vice, is “like David […]