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Coffin Butte Landfill in Benton County inches toward expansion. Opponents are still trying to stop it
Last month, Republic won Benton County’s approval for a permit that greenlights the expansion. Then on Wednesday, Dec. 17, the Benton County Board of Commissioners withdrew its previous approval.
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Beyond Toxics launches pesticide application map to aid Oregon residents
A new tool is available for tracking potential pesticide applications across Oregon, as Beyond Toxics has launched an interactive map as a way of providing vital information to residents.
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Landfill Opponents Unite, Appeal Officially Filed, And There’s Legal Fund News
It’s official, an appeal of the Coffin Butte Landfill decision was filed last Friday, December 5. And now, the grassroots group filing that appeal has announced an important alliance with a statewide environmental advocacy organization, Beyond Toxics.
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Oregon DEQ announces enforcement action against Coffin Butte landfill
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality says it's taking enforcement action against the Coffin Butte landfill north of Corvallis.
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Coffin Butte Landfill can expand, Benton County Commission decides
Coffin Butte Landfill can expand, the Benton County Board of Commissioners decided in a 2-1 vote on Nov. 4.
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Coffin Butte Landfill expansion appeal heads to Benton County Commissioners
The heated debate over the Coffin Butte landfill expansion is making moves as Benton County Commissioners prepare to hear an appeal on Oct. 22. This decision will be crucial for both Republic Services and local residents.
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Public gets first look at AI, robotics that could someday process much of Lane County’s organic, recycled waste
The company that hopes to someday process Lane County’s organic waste and recyclables opened their doors for a tour recently.
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Proposed rule aims to protect public health; Eugene chamber worried about economic impact
Eugene business leaders are pushing back against a proposed land-use policy aimed at better managing pollution and protecting public health.
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‘Being Part of the Solution’
The eight-day Eugene Environmental Film Festival is Oct. 12 to 19.
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