Fate of Chicago coal plants could hang on election
By By Gabriel SpitzerFate of Chicago coal plants could hang on election
By By Gabriel Spitzer
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New leadership in Chicago’s City Hall could reopen some old fights, including a long-standing battle over two power plants: Crawford and Fisk. In spite of lawsuits, regulations and politicking, the coal-fired plants still churn out electricity, and pollution.
Now a local ordinance to force them to clean up or shut down is getting a fresh look from officials and candidates. They’re holding an unofficial hearing in the City Council chambers today. But just what would happen if they succeed remains a big question mark.
WBEZ’s Gabriel Spitzer spoke with host Melba Lara to explain why the outlook for coal in Chicago may be about to change.