Tag Archives: Bio-en

Results of the Mediation

After two productive days of mediation, the Bio‑Fuels Citizens’ Committee have signed an agreement with Woolwich Bio-En. Continue reading

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BFCC Public Meeting covered in the Observer

Group rallies against biogas plant – More than two years into the battle, a group of Elmira residents has no intention of letting up on its opposition to a proposed biogas plant. Continue reading

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Outcome of the mediation hearing on Wednesday

The parties have made significant progress and have come closer in their positions, but there remain some details to be worked out. There will be another mediation session when we hope to come to an agreement. Continue reading

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What’s wrong with the Green Energy Act?

The Woolwich Bio-en plant that now seems unstoppable for North Elmira is a particularly egregious example of what is wrong with the current Green Energy Act. None of its neighbours want the plant, and there is a good argument to be made that it is very bad for Elmira. Continue reading

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Spill leads to questions about truck traffic

In August 2010 a truck rolled over in Glen Morris. It was carrying the same kind of material that would be trucked to the Bio-En biogas plant. From The Brant News, 5 August 2010. Spill raises questions County of Brant … Continue reading

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MONDAY

Hi to all, Just a reminder about MONDAY evening at 6:15 to 6:30 when we all need to be at the Woolwich Township building. Honestly, this is a “make it or break it” moment. CTV called me this morning and … Continue reading

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Bad news

the MoE doesn’t give a rat’s ass about the people in Elmira Continue reading

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