In the Pacific Northwest, many homes and businesses use power produced
by coal plants outside the state: Oregon gets a third of its power from coal, and Washington gets 13 percent from coal.
The lawsuit, filed with with ATP's sister organization, the American Tradition Institute (ATI), argues that the RPS unconstitutionally discriminates against
coal power
by regulating commerce
outside state borders — which makes it tough for utilities to import electricity from out - of - state
coal plants.
Professional Experience Neville Island Shenango Coke DTE -LRB-[Insert City, State]-RRB- 2/2009 — 8/2010 Shift Manager —
Plant Operations • Oversaw all coke production,
coal handling, boiler house, and
by - product operations, holding responsibility for knowledge and achievement of all environmental goals and regulations associated with production • Led safety meetings with each department prior to shift inception, focusing on critical knowledge, techniques, and awareness to promote staff safety and minimize production downtime • Worked closely with
outside contractors and other interested parties on both small and major maintenance projects • Met and achieved all goals set for safety, environmental protection, and production