Posts by Robin Blakeman

Robin Blakeman

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Vigil for Water
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Jan 28, 2022
Uniting in Times of Crisis
Working with OVEC during this time truly proved to me that possibilities are endless when we unite during times of crisis. More
Issues: MCHM
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Jul 23, 2020
Do You Want Oil and Gas Waste in Your Water?
Do you care about Ohio River water quality? A virtual public hearing on a proposed oil and gas waste barge dock near Marietta is scheduled for August 7th; please register and send comments to USACE. More
Issues: Ohio RiverPollutionWater
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Mar 18, 2020
Bye, Beautiful Brenda
Beauty defined Brenda Wilson, inside and out. Public memorial services for this amazing woman will be scheduled later in the year. More
Issues: FaithSocial justice
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Jan 16, 2020
Ohio River Pollution Control Standards, Microplastics and ASH: Making Connections
As industry works to allow even more pollution into the Ohio River--source of drinking water for about five million people!--regulators need to be informed about petrochemical/plastic pollution. More
Issues: Appalachian Storage HubFrackingPetrochemicalsPlasticsWater
April Keating
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Oct 5, 2019
Goodbye April…
I'm sure April's strong spirit will be with us in our ongoing efforts to ensure clean water and air for future generations in our state and region.  More
Issues: FrackingPipelinesWater
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Oct 1, 2019
Climate and Health Conference Underscores Need to Act
An impressive gathering of scientific, public policy and legal minds at the WVU Law Center underscores the need for action now. More
Issues: Climate changeHealth
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Sep 13, 2019
WV Climate Events
Here's a summary of WV Climate change events for the next two weeks More
Issues: Climate changeHealthPro Democracy
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Jul 8, 2019
Good Advice: Just Plant Trees!
Go plant a tree for the planet. WVIPL and OVEC encourage this! More
Issues: Climate change
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Jun 7, 2019
What “Voluntary” Ohio River Pollution Control Standards Mean to Us
The way forward is a little murky, kind of like Ohio River Water sometimes, but we know citizen engagement is going to continue to play a central role. Stay active! More
Issues: PollutionWater
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Apr 11, 2019
April 15 – Ohio River Water Quality Comments Due!
Comment on pollution control standrads to ORANSCO. This could be much more valuable to you than your tax refund... same deadline April 15.  More
Issues: Appalachian Storage HubPipelinesPollutionWater
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Mar 7, 2019
What’s Up With Ohio River Pollution Control Standards?
Public pressure has so far really helped! Here's how to keep up the pressure, for the sake of your drinking water, for the health of all who depend on the Ohio River. More
Issues: PollutionWater
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Oct 23, 2018
Ever Heard of PHMSA? Learn About Upcoming Actions and Comment
This little-known governmental entity could have a big role in approval and/or oversight of the proposed Appalachian Storage Hub project. Learn more and take action. More
Issues: Appalachian Storage HubPipelinesRegulation
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Sep 28, 2018
Huntington Mayor Asks ORSANCO to Maintain Its Ohio River Pollution Control Standards
Huntington, WV Mayor Steve Williams has sent a statement to ORSANCO commissioners, asking that they not abdicate their PSC role iwithin the Ohio River watershed. You can comment too! More
Issues: PollutionWater
Ohio River
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Sep 26, 2018
Act Now: Final Push to Keep Ohio River Pollution Control Standards Intact
Next week ORSANCO meets in Fayette Co. and may try to ditch its Ohio River pollution control standards efforts. Speak up, and contact your gov, too. Here's how. More
Issues: FrackingMountaintop removalPollutionWater
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Aug 17, 2018
We Won! And, Now A Related Battle: Your Comments Needed!
Today! Federal court rules that life-saving protections must now be implemented by industry. That's a big win! Now please comment for more community protections. Details here. More
Issues: MCHMPollutionWater
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Aug 9, 2018
Submit Comments to Your Governor re: Ohio River Pollution Standards
Please contact your governor about ORSANCO's Ohio River pollution control standards. Here's how, If you want to attend a meeting where ORSANCO makes a decision on these standards, contact Robin. Here's how. More
Issues: PollutionWater
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Jul 24, 2018
Leach Xpress, MXP—Headaches on the Headwaters; You Can Help Make a Difference
As high-pressure, large diameter pipelines threaten our region, a swarm of citizen monitors are stepping up to do the monitoring that our state regulators can't. Join 'em! More
Issues: FrackingPipelines
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Jul 3, 2018
Coordinated Ohio River Pollution Control Standards May Disappear: Comment!
Now is the time to write your comments for the sake of the Ohio River. ORSANCO has worked to ensure consistent water quality standards on the Ohio River for six decades and should not abdicate that role now. More
Issues: Aboveground storage tanksFrackingMountaintop removalPollutionWater
Ohio River
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Jun 14, 2018
Less or More Ohio River Pollution Control Standards?
Source of drinking water for 5 million, the Ohio River is the most polluted ricer in the U.S. Be ready to tell ORSANCO to drop its the proposal to change in the way it deals with pollution control standards.  More
Issues: PollutionWater
Hoots and Hollers Robin Blakeman Jun 5, 2018
Environmental Advocacy in 2018 WVCC Public Policy Issue Priorities
This concise document has some excellent advice for our elected leaders—on issues ranging from climate change and renewable energy development, to water and public health issues associated with shale gas development. There's a strong call to end mountaintop removal coal mining. More
Issues: FaithFrackingMountaintop removal
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