Dec 21 Environment Hydroelectric Energy Gets Green-Light from Utility Giant Renewable energy isn’t as affordable-yet- as fossil fuel energy. But the growing green power market could help offset the cost, and encourage new green power development. That’s what’s happening for a small hydroelectric plant on the Kentucky River. WFPL’s Kristin Espeland reports. By Kristin Espeland Dec 21 Environment Hydroelectric Energy Gets Green-Light from Utility Giant Kristin Espeland
Dec 14 Environment Arboretum Unveils Greenest Building For Miles Bullitt County’s Bernheim Arboretum has just won the top award for green building from the U.S. Green Building Council. It’s the first project not only in Kentucky but surrounding states to achieve the council’s LEED platinum certification. WFPL’s Kristin Espeland takes us inside the innovative new visitor center. By Kristin Espeland Dec 14 Environment Arboretum Unveils Greenest Building For Miles Kristin Espeland
Dec 3 Environment Sewer Overhaul Moves Ahead After Federal Suit Jefferson County’s Metropolitan Sewer District is entering the next phase of a major project to upgrade its sewer system. The goal is to curb the millions of gallons of untreated sewage that spill every year into local waterways. WFPL’s Kristin Espeland reports. By Kristin Espeland Dec 3 Environment Sewer Overhaul Moves Ahead After Federal Suit Kristin Espeland
Nov 8 Environment Surface Mining Rule Change Could Impact KY Waterways The nation’s top regulatory office for surface mining wants to change a rule that protects streams and creeks. The OSM says it’s clarifying the 25 year old rule. Critics say they’re gutting it, and risking the future of Appalachia’s water supply and quality. WFPL’s Kristin Espeland has our story. By Kristin Espeland Nov 8 Environment Surface Mining Rule Change Could Impact KY Waterways Kristin Espeland
Oct 30 Environment City Struggles to Meet Fed's Standards for Pollution The federal government has cited Louisville for violating a key air quality standard. And that’s the EPA standard for fine particulates. As WFPL’s Kristin Espeland reports, the city is on track to get back into compliance, and there’s a chance it can do even better. By Kristin Espeland Oct 30 Environment City Struggles to Meet Fed's Standards for Pollution Kristin Espeland
Oct 22 Environment City Targets Smaller Toxic Air Sources Louisville residents have been breathing polluted air for years. Now, there’s hope of improving air quality as several city programs take shape. One targets the tiny particles that come from burning fossil fuels. Another tackles toxic chemicals. WFPL’s Kristin Espeland has the first of two reports on their progress. By Kristin Espeland Oct 22 Environment City Targets Smaller Toxic Air Sources Kristin Espeland