Duke Energy is back with another attempt to weasel out of developing renewable energy and cleaning up our air, with the help of our state legislature.
S730, Expand CEPS/Nuclear and Hydro, proposes adding existing nuclear plants and large hydroelectric power plants to the state’s definition of clean energy. But adding them would mean the state's renewable energy targets would be immediately met, completely gutting the original intent of these targets: to encourage development of new, clean renewable energy like wind and solar.
Use our form to contact your state representative today: Ask them to oppose S730 and keep the momentum going for clean energy development!
In addition to disincentivizing renewable energy development, S730 would falsely portray nuclear and large hydroelectric plants as environmentally friendly. They're not: Nuclear plants present a host of environmental issues from the collection of uranium through the risks posed by hazardous, radioactive waste storage. And large hydroelectric dams cause major disruptions to river flows and sediment levels, trigger mass fish mortality, and can actually increase greenhouse gas emissions due to the mass flooding of organic materials and release of methane.
S730 and other bills the General Assembly is considering this session would let Duke Energy sneak its way out of meeting the state’s renewable energy development goals. This keeps North Carolina locked into dependence on fossil fuels, more pollution, and more volatile energy prices.
Speak up today for true clean energy! Tell your lawmaker to oppose S730. Be sure to add a personal message to explain why renewable energy development is important to you, your community, and your family.
