Hazardous and Solid Waste Management System: Disposal of Coal Combustion Residuals from Electric Utilities; Legacy/CCRMU Amendments; Public Hearing

NorthWestern Energy, a regulated utility, opposes the proposed rule because it imposes significant compliance costs on ratepayers without providing proportional environmental benefits. The company argues that the regulation is based on overly conservative, one-size-fits-all risk assessments and calls for the rule to be adjusted to reflect the specific low-risk profile of their facilities.

The commenter, a private resident, opposes the permit for NRG's coal power plant, citing health concerns regarding toxins and the availability of cleaner energy alternatives. They argue that NRG should transition its assets to renewable energy sources like solar and battery storage.

The Navajo Nation is commenting on the proposed rule regarding the disposal of coal combustion residuals from electric utilities. The Nation argues that the EPA failed to conduct required government-to-government consultation because the rule directly impacts their sovereign interests, land, and economic security.

Patty Johnson, a resident of Daphne, Alabama, supports the proposed action to protect the coastline and wildlife from the impacts of coal combustion residuals. She describes the environmental degradation of the local bay and urges the agency to take action to protect the environment and the livelihoods of local fishers.

Gregory Zahradnik expresses concern regarding the health and well-being of children in relation to the proposed coal combustion residuals amendments. He questions whether the EPA will prioritize public health over the profits of private energy companies.

An individual resident of Athens, Ohio, opposes the proposed rule, arguing that it would further endanger the health of neighbors in Appalachia who are disproportionately affected by coal ash sites.

An individual resident expresses concern over the long-term environmental and health impacts of coal ash pits and urges the EPA to prioritize public safety. The commenter advocates for stricter oversight based on hydrogeological evidence and personal experience with industrial pollution.

The commenter opposes the proposed amendments to the coal combustion residuals disposal rules, expressing concern about the protection of downstream residents from toxic materials and contamination. They argue that local residents, rather than coal mine operators, bear the brunt of the environmental impact.