Coal Ash Move Approved by Regulators | Roanoke News

Appalachian Power just got the go-ahead to move millions of cubic yards of coal ash from its shuttered Glen Lyn plant—potentially hazardous waste destined for a new landfill on their West Virginia property. With no public outcry and minimal scrutiny, regulators approved the plan citing cost-effectiveness, while customers may soon face $1.60 to $2.28 monthly surcharges for 11 years to cover cleanup costs. Construction starts this year, with ash relocation beginning late next year—and all under a 15-year deadline set by Virginia law. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5f42a001418763d3