Transmission timeline on Duke Energy line faces local pushback
Aug 28 a group recommends undergrounding the line. Agribusiness Henderson County says routes burden farmers. Aug 31 Flat Rock urges reconsideration and potential undergrounding if needed. Sept 3 Public Staff NC Utilities Commission hosts Q&A. Sept 8 Hendersonville City Council plans a special meeting on the resolution, with the county board weighing residents’ views.
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Duke Eyes Power Line Route Through Green River Lands
Duke officials describe aging coal plant and growing load driving upgrades. They weigh crossing Green River Game lands and Green River Gorge with endangered species, evaluate I 26, and propose flexible pole types including monopoles for safety near airports. They seek greenway cooperation.
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