Check out the latest NY Times Toxic Waters article.  The fourth story in the series discusses the connection between air pollution and water pollution.  Specifically the article addresses how tightening air pollution restrictions have increased power plants’ contribution to water pollution.  What once went up, now comes down - into our waters.  Great read!

http://www.npr.org/templates/transcript/transcript.php?storyId=113927993

The above is a link to the transcript of the interview.

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/16/business/energy-environment/16water.html?_r=2&scp=2&sq=epa&st=cse

We’re not the only ones tired of pollution. Looks like the EPA will finally step up to the plate and step in if states don’t start taking care of pollution within their boundaries. ‘Bout time. Just sayin’.

Yesterday we went back out to Rarity Ridge to ensure they followed through with their sediment control requirements.  I must say, in the past year we have been out to this site numerous times and it has never been this well maintained.  Don’t get me wrong, it is far from perfect.  There are still several failing sediment control measures, dirt in the streeet, and other issues.  But check this out: 

We pulled the trigger on Knox County developers yesterday.  To read the complaint and see some photos of the mess they made, click here.