The Environmental Protection Agency’s hearings on Proposed Carbon Emissions Rules continue today in Denver. Yesterday, thousands showed up for a rally against the new rules at Lincoln Park, across from the capitol in Denver. Speeches were made promoting the use of coal as a clean and cost effective way to produce electricity. Some Continue reading
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Thousands Attend Rally Against EPA Rules in Denver
EPA Hearings Begin Today in Denver
The Environmental Protection Agency begins their Denver hearings on new carbon emissions standards today. The EPA was asked by numerous parties, including the mining associations of several states, Americans For Prosperity, state and federal lawmakers, local officials and others to hold their hearings in a part of the state where Continue reading
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Gardner Calls on Udall to Change Stance on EPA Rules
As the EPA hearings begin in Denver today on the agency’s new carbon emissions rules, Congressman Cory Gardner is calling on Senator Mark Udall to change his stance on the rules. Senator Udall praised the new rules as “a good start,” indicating that he wants the federal government to go even further Continue reading
Coal Supplies 64% of Colorado’s Electricity
The Energy Information Administration says 19 states got more than half their electricity from coal-fired power plants in 2013. Colorado, which generated 64% of its electricity from coal, was one of them. The industry also provides coal miners in the Centennial State with Continue reading
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Routt County Republicans to Host “Liberty Tent”
The Routt County Republicans will hold a speakers event Friday that will feature guests speaking on various hot political topics. Subjects include the Restore Colorado Initiative – an effort to Continue reading
Udall Challenges Gardner to Series of Debates
Now that the primary election is over, U.S. Senator Mark Udall has invited Congressman Cory Gardner, to join him in a series of spirited debates before Continue reading
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Coal Industry Reacts to EPA Rules
The Colorado Mining Association (CMA) this week condemned the Obama Administration’s proposed regulations mandating the reduction of carbon dioxide from existing generating stations, saying that the new rules will cause extensive job losses and economic harm to America. The Association says Continue reading
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Kinkaid to Advise Statewide Candidates About Energy Policy
Moffat County Commissioner John Kinkaid is in Denver today, looking out for coal interests. Kinkaid says he has been invited to meet with Colorado Mining Officials this morning to discuss the industry’s efforts. His hope is that he will come away with an idea of how to better help the mines in the area. This afternoon, Kinkaid will be at the Continue reading
Tipton to Visit Northwest Colorado Next Week
Congressman Scott Tipton will be in Northwest Colorado next week to give constituents a legislative update, and hear concerns from citizens. Although his itinerary hasn’t yet been finalized, Tipton plans to stop in Steamboat and Craig. In Craig, he’ll hold a Town Hall meeting, meet with City and County officials and Craig Rotary. Tipton’s latest efforts have had him fighting to limit Continue reading
