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HOTH PRESENTS....

the INFORMATION YOU NEED regarding Saratoga Biochar

Fact Sheet
The information we have from public meetings, research, and investigative reporting.
In the News
Local stories addressing issues surrounding Saratoga Biochar, Town of Moreau Planning Board, and Community Members
Documents
Access SEQRA Negative Declaration document, Air Emissions Application, and Pyrolysis and Gasification Research

The History
Review the year long struggle of Moreau Community members and the Moreau Planning Board including their decision to circumvent and independent review of the proposed facility.
Events
Join us in our multifaceted efforts to protect the health of members of the community and the health of the environment. 
Contacts
All the most recent contact information for town, village, and DEC representatives.

KEY Terms:

What is Sewage Sludge?

Sewage sludge residual materials generated as a byproduct during the treatment of municipal or industrial wastewater.  It is a mixture of both useful and harmful compounds and therefore is disposed in landfills, incineration (burning), or field application.  Various contaminants and heavy metals present in sewage sludge restrict its use in agriculture, however, contaminants of heavy metals restrict its use. 
​READ MORE HERE

Why are Heavy metal dangerous?​

Heavy metals are defined as metallic elements that have a relatively high density compared to water. With the assumption that heaviness and toxicity are inter-related, heavy metals also include metalloids, such as arsenic, that are able to induce toxicity at low level of exposure [14]. READ MORE HERE
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What is SEQR?

If an agency makes an improper decision or allows a project that is subject to SEQR to start, and fails to undertake a proper review, citizens or groups who can demonstrate that they may be harmed by this failure may take legal action against the agency under Article 78 of the New York State Civil Practice Law and Rules. Project approvals may be rescinded by a court and a new review required under SEQR. New York State's court system has consistently ruled in favor of strong compliance with the provisions of SEQR (see also case law to be posted later). 
https://www.dec.ny.gov/permits/357.html 

BIOsludge Biochar News Elsewhere...
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“Maine Bans Use of Sewage Sludge on Farms to Reduce Risk of PFAS Poisoning.” The Guardian, Guardian News and Media, 12 May 2022,  READ the ARTICLE HERE
Sale of contaminated biochar from AltEn halted after state agency intervenes.
Chris Dunker
​   Jan 19, 2022 Updated Jun 29, 2022
   READ the ARTICLE
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Maine looks to make polluters pay for farmland contaminated by 'forever chemicals'. May 18th, 2022.  READ the ARTICLE
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  • Current Events
  • Moreau BioChar
    • Current Events
    • Biochar Facility Facts Sheet
    • History and Timeline
    • In the News
    • Resources and Documents
    • Contacts
  • WWIDA
    • WWIDA Blog Post
  • Halfmoon/ Hughes Energy
    • Garbage Processing Facility
    • Air and Water Pollution
    • Fraudulent Green Technology
    • Automated Sorting Reduces Jobs
  • Canalside Energy Park
    • Garbage Processing Facility
    • Air and Water Pollution
    • Fraudulent Green Technology
    • Automated Sorting Reduces Jobs
    • WWIDA and HUGES ENERGY
  • Sally's Area
  • Contact Reps.
  • Blog
  • Resources and Citations
  • Links and Videos
  • Mission Statement and Organizers