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Speak out against coal contamination in South Baltimore

October 3, 2024 | By Jennifer Kunze
Three years ago, the coal export terminal in the neighborhood of Curtis Bay in South Baltimore exploded, shattering windows and causing more damage throughout the community. Now, this coal expert terminal's Permit to Operate is up for renewal, and it's time to speak up! RSVP to attend a public hearing in Curtis Bay on Thursday, October 10 at 6PM.
A large piece of yellow equipment on several rail lines enveloped by a huge cloud of dark dust
A picture of the BRESCO trash incinerator in Baltimore
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Why is Baltimore City burning our yard waste?

June 25, 2024 | By Jennifer Kunze
For decades, Baltimore City code has banned the disposal of yard waste and recyclable materials at the City's landfill. CB23-0466 will extend that to all landfills and incinerators, requiring private waste haulers and the City government to divert yard waste for composting instead of incineration. Read our testimony signed by 23 organizations and technical comments for a more in-depth analysis of the bill:
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