Local News
(2007-11-28)
MARQUETTE, MI
(wnmu) -
Opponents of coal-fired power plants in Michigan want a ban against new plants until the legislature requires the use of more renewable energy. At least seven power companies have sought to build new coal plants or expand existing coal plants in the state since January. Environmentalists who blame coal burning for contributing to global warming are protesting around the state, including in Marquette. Northern Michigan University students spoke out against a proposed campus cogeneration heat and energy plant at a Department of Environmental Quality meeting Tuesday night. They say they support the cogeneration idea, but want the plant powered by renewable resources instead of carbon-dioxide-producing coal.Coal's defenders say newer, cleaner coal plants use less coal and discharge less pollution.
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