Bayou Corne Sinkhole
The community of Bayou Corne faces many uncertaintites as Texas Brine Co. works to investigate and secure a growing sinkhole in Assumption Parish. Residents of the area are faced with bubbling bayous, seismic tremors and no end in sight.
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Sustainable Louisiana
Did you hear us on the radio? Sustainable Louisiana is LEAN's project to reach out to Louisiana citizens through short informative radio messages in an effort to build a greater awareness of issues of sustainablity and the economic benefits of a clean and healthy environment. The messages are Louisiana focused and provide practical solutions for people wanting to learn more and do more about the sustainablity of their communities. Check out the messages; get informed and get involved!
Clean Water
It's for people, not plants(the industrial kind) or fracking. The greatest river in North America runs through Louisiana and yet we are threatening our aquifers and drinking supply with excessive demand from industrial use. Lets make sure we have our priorities straight.
A Good Environment Equals a Good Economy
Our economy is focused on attracting smokestack industry, and we do that fairly well. But we could get a larger piece of the economic pie if we changed our priorities and put QUALITY of life at the top. Making Louisiana a clean and safe place to live makes good economic sense for everyone.
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Bayou Corne Sinkhole
Sustainable Louisiana
CLEAN WATER- A Good Environment Equals a Good Economy
Who are we?
Before LEAN was founded in 1986, polluters ran roughshod over Louisiana's unique environment and way of life. By providing clear information about pollution and organizing groups into a statewide network, LEAN changed the balance of power. Lean stopped polluting facilities from being built and helped pass new policies protecting Louisianians' health and way of life. Now as one of Louisiana's most recognized environmental advocacy organizations, local governments and industries routinely consult LEAN at the start of applications for permits. In the wake of Hurricane Katrina and the BP Oil Spill, LEAN has coordinated emergency relief, disseminated accurate information about pollution and its impacts, and worked toward restoration of the region's habitats and cultures.
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Latest Posts
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ExxonMobil Struggles with Sulfur Dioxide, LDEQ Issues Compliance Order
24 May 2013in Air
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Over 5,000 People Sign Petition to Ban Oil Spill Dispersants, still time left to sign!
21 May 2013in BP Oil Spill
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Governor Bobby Jindal Stands Up for Residents Impacted by Sinkhole
20 May 2013in Bayou Corne Sinkhole
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Taylor Well Oil Leak Visible From Space, Taylor Still Underreporting.
15 May 2013in Water
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Tell EPA To Set Standards For Oil Spill Dispersants!
10 May 2013in BP Oil Spill
