The proposed expansion would further harm the lands, waters, and overall health of already overburdened communities in Maine. Photo: Shutterstock.
The expansion of Juniper Ridge under Casella perpetuates harms against the Penobscot Nation, who are the original stewards of these lands and waters dating back over 10,000 years. We add our voice to the assertion that there is no public benefit, quite the opposite.”
– Maulian Bryant, Penobscot Tribal Ambassador
The Problem
For years, Casella’s Juniper Ridge Landfill in Old Town and Alton, Maine, has contaminated nearby communities, including the Penobscot Nation. This facility has released dangerous chemicals into the Penobscot River, a site sacred to the Penobscot people. Residents living near the landfill report severe air pollution, persistent foul odors, and accidental fires that make ash rain down into people’s…
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