June 22, 2020 - Lignite Energy Council

LEC continues to push forward during difficult times

We have been living through some very difficult times during the first half of 2020. On top of the difficult environment that our industry has operated in for many years, our country faced an unprecedented...

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Members support CoalPAC by participating in Summer events

Want to participate in democracy? Membership in the Lignite Energy Council makes it easy. If your employer is an LEC member, then you are eligible to participate in summer events that are both fun and...

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Nuggets of news

ND recognized for clean air: The American Lung Association recently released its “State of the Air” Annual Report for 2020, giving North Dakota “A” grades for lack of ozone, also known as smog. Bismarck was...

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Senator Cramer holds Townhall with Lignite Energy Council members

A variety of energy and coal-related topics were addressed by U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer (R-North Dakota) on April 29. Approximately 150 members of the Lignite Energy Council attended the online Townhall. The call was hosted...

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North Dakota Industrial Commission approves CO2 project for Blue Flint Ethanol

At its June 19 meeting, the North Dakota Industrial Commission voted in favor of a carbon dioxide capture and storage project involving the Blue Flint Ethanol Plant, adjacent to the Coal Creek Station, without a...

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Bismarck Larks and the Lignite Energy Council recognize outstanding teachers

For the third straight year, the Bismarck Larks and Lignite Energy Council are honoring five outstanding North Dakota teachers. The winning teachers were selected based on their dedication, commitment, and impact on today’s youth. They’ll...

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Welcome to our newest members

AirTek Construction Inc. provides air emissions controls from boiler to stack. For more information, contact (920) 360-1317. Baldwin Supply Company is a distributor of mechanical power transmission systems, conveyor belt and electrical control products in...

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Mark your calendars for these 2020 events

ND CoalPAC Golf Tournament – July 23 (Bismarck and Washburn) ND CoalPAC Coal Classic Ride – August 27 ND CoalPAC Sporting Clays Shoot – September 11 Lignite Research Council Grant Deadline – October 1 LEC...

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Remember to check out our Podcasts and follow us on social media

Cover of 2019 Annual Report The Lignite Energy Council and its marketing arm – the Coalition for a Secure Energy Future – are always busy telling the story of affordable and reliable electricity from North...