Posts Tagged Mountain Valley Pipeline
Congress weighs options that could have significant impact on the future of the MVP
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 12, 2022
Congress may soon take action to allow a pipeline to carry fracked natural gas from West Virginia into Virginia. Michael Pope reports.
Environmental groups bemoan regulatory MVP extension
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 24, 2022
Environmental groups are raising the alarm after federal regulators granted another extension to a natural gas pipeline. Michael Pope reports.
Environmentalists worry climate legislation may lead to weakened permitting process
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 1, 2022
The Mountain Valley Pipeline has encountered a number of setbacks from courts and regulators throughout the permitting process. Michael Pope reports environmentalists are worried Congress may soon take action to weaken that process.
The Potential Environmental and Racial Justice Implications of the Mountain Valley Pipeline
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 22, 2021
State officials are about to make a key decision that could have environmental ramifications for generations to come. But as Michael Pope reports, the decision could also have racial justice implications.
Water Crossings Next Hurdle for MVP Approval
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 2, 2021
Time was about to run out for Virginia’s Department of Environmental Quality to gauge the impact of the Mountain Valley Pipeline on sensitive wetlands in its path. Now, that deadline is being extended until next year. Robbie Harris has details.
Mountain Valley Pipeline Hits Snag Over National Forest Crossing
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 30, 2018
Credit: mountainvalleypipeline.info
Opponents of the Mountain Valley Pipeline are celebrating a recent court ruling. It effectively cancels permits allowing pipeline developers to build through Jefferson National Forest. And that’s leaving many to ask: what happens next? Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Mountain Valley Pipeline Construction Temporarily Halted
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 29, 2018
A section of pipeline construction near Sinking Creek in Giles County. (Credit: Mountain Valley Watch)
Construction work on the Mountain Valley Pipeline has been temporarily suspended. A statement from the company Friday says recent heavy rain has heightened erosion control concerns. Robbie Harris reports.
Judge Rules Pipeline Does Not Do Enough to Protect Endangered Animals
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 16, 2018
The rusty-patched bumblebee is one of several endangered species that could be affected by pipeline construction. (Credit: Wikimedia)
Judges in Richmond have thrown out a key permit for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline. Environmental groups are celebrating the decision as a big victory, but Dominion Energy says they plan to keep building anyway. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Environmentalists Picket Dominion Shareholder Meeting
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on May 9, 2018
Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / RADIO IQ
While shareholders of Dominion Energy met in Richmond Wednesday for their annual update, pipeline protesters took to the street. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Pipeline Protests Get the Attention of Lawmakers
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 19, 2018
Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / RADIO IQ
As tree clearing for the Mountain Valley Pipeline moves forward in southwest Virginia, some Democratic lawmakers in Richmond are asking for things to slow down. They’re also demanding support for a protester, who has been sitting in the pipeline’s path. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
MVP Protestor on Monopod Cut Off From Receiving Supplies
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 9, 2018
US Forest Service new order moves MVP Pipeline Protesters base camp farther from monopod sitter. (Credit: Appalachians Against Pipelines)
Activists opposing the Mountain Valley natural gas Pipeline in southwest Virginia are camped in the Jefferson National forest, hoping to delay construction. One woman has been living on a monopod blocking the pipeline’s path. U.S. Forest Law enforcement have closed an access road, preventing supporters from getting food and water to her. Robbie Harris reports.
Unusual Pipeline Rulings Leave Advocates to Wonder: What Now?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 13, 2017
A No Pipeline sign is posted next to a property line marker only a few feet from the center line of the route of the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
Anti-pipeline advocates are taking stock this week, after a confusing set of decisions by state regulators. They’ve decided to treat two pipeline projects differently, granting approval to one but demanding more review on the other. Mallory Noe-Payne has this look at what’s next.
Both Sides Claim Cautious Victory on Key Regulatory Hurdle for Atlantic Coast Pipeline
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 13, 2017
Hydrologist William K. Jones, walks up a mountain near the route of the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline in Bolar, Va. The pipeline has broad support from political and business leaders, but is staunchly opposed by environmentalists and many affected landowners. (Credit: Steve Helber / AP Photo)
Anti-pipeline protesters were vocal through two days of public hearings on the Atlantic Coast Pipeline. But when a vote finally came, there were no rounds of applause, no shouts of anger. Just confusion. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Atlantic Coast Pipeline Faces Last Hurdle in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 11, 2017
Virginia Department of Environmental Quality director, David Paylor, walks along a retention pond for a spring near the route of the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
The controversial Atlantic Coast Pipeline faces its final regulatory hurdle in Virginia: permits to be voted on by the state water control board. The two day board meeting began Monday morning with a pump-up for anti pipeline activists. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Virginia Water Board Certifies Mountain Valley Pipeline
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 8, 2017
A crowd listens during the start of a meeting of the State Water Control Board in Richmond, Va., Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2017. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
After two full days of public hearings, Virginia’s State Water Control Board has given its stamp of approval on the Mountain Valley Pipeline. The pipeline is slated to carry natural gas, running 300 miles through southwest Virginia. Mallory Noe-Payne has details.
State Water Board Will Get Final Say on Mountain Valley Pipeline
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 7, 2017
Virginia Delegate elect, Chris Hurst, D-Roanoke, speaks during a news conference prior to a meeting of the State Water Control Board in Richmond, Va., Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2017. The board is holding two days of meetings and will make a decision on the Mountain Valley Pipeline. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
The fate of a controversial pipeline is now in the hands of Virginia’s Water Control Board. The board heard final public comment on the Mountain Valley Pipeline Wednesday. If approved, it would carry natural gas through much of southwest Virginia. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Question of Pipeline Water Safety to Come Before Board
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 5, 2017
Hydrologist William K. Jones, walks up a mountain near the route of the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline in Bolar, Virginia. (Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber)
For those who have been following the progress of two natural gas pipelines, all eyes are on Richmond this week, where members of a citizen board could determine the future of the Mountain Valley Pipeline. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Hundreds Gather to Protest Natural Gas Pipelines
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on December 4, 2017
Protestors, who oppose the Mountain Valley and Atlantic Coast pipelines, hold posters and get ready to walk around the Virginia Capitol Square in Richmond this weekend. (Credit: Daniel Sangjib Min / Richmond Times-Dispatch via AP)
Hundreds of anti-pipeline protesters circled the state capitol this weekend, holding hands and forming a human chain more than ten blocks long. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
If Approved, Virginia’s Gubernatorial Candidates Support the Pipelines
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 6, 2017
Pipeline opponents outside of an environmental forum in Richmond Wednesday, where both candidates for governor say they’ll support two controversial natural gas pipelines. (Credit: Mallory Noe-Payne / RADIO IQ)
Two of Virginia’s candidates for Governor were in Richmond Wednesday at an environmental forum hosted by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. Republican Ed Gillespie and Democrat Ralph Northam talked rising oceans, energy and oysters. Mallory Noe-Payne reports.
Proposed Pipeline Projects Could Mean Bumpy End to the McAuliffe Administration
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on August 24, 2017
Credit: AP Photo / Steve Helber, File
Democratic Governor Terry McAuliffe may have only a few months left as governor, but they may end up being some of the most tumultuous of his term in office. Michael Pope has the story.
Environmental Picketers Stake Out Governor McAuliffe’s Offices
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 4, 2016
Environmental activists began a three-day protest outside Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe’s offices in Richmond yesterday. Mallory Noe-Payne has the details.
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