HERC Ash Crisis Sparks Legal Battle | Duluth News

Minnesota’s environmental watchdogs are suing Hennepin County over its trash-burning energy plant, HERC, accusing it of mishandling toxic ash that leaks harmful heavy metals. Despite a planned 2040 shutdown, activists demand an immediate halt, citing health risks to nearby residents — while the county insists emissions are legal and landfill alternatives could be worse. 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/1ba85f98e6c9cf57