Help Us Reach Our $15K Goal and Celebrate 15 Years of ECC
An old Kentucky coal mine will soon be turned into a pumped hydro “water battery” in an ambitious renewable clean energy scheme. Hydropower developer Rye Development is transforming a strip mine in southeastern Kentucky’s Bell County into the Lewis Ridge pumped storage project.
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For 15 years, ECC has stood at the intersection of climate, economic, and racial justice—working shoulder to shoulder with frontline communities to build a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable future. What began as a bold vision has grown into a national force for change.
Join us in our Invest in Impact campaign as we raise $15,000 to amplify our work. Your donation strengthens climate justice, expands workforce pathways, and equips communities to thrive. Every dollar counts towards a future that works for all.
