Dirty, Dangerous, and Obsolete: Boston Rides to Shut Down Salem Harbor

Posted by: dlands | 17 Nov 10 | Leave a comment

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On Saturday, Nov 13th, 53 people rode 19 miles from Boston to Salem to show solidarity with the residents of the area in shutting down Salem Harbor coal plant.

The Salem Harbor coal plant spews toxic chemicals like mercury and sulfur dioxide into our air and water every year. The plant spews waste into the air, wastewater into the Atlantic, and coal ash into the land. The hundred thousand people who live within 3 miles of the plant live with this toxic legacy every day.

Riders and residents both asked Governor Deval Patrick to join with them in shutting down the plant and coming up with a plan to use the area in a green and productive way that would benefit everyone in Salem.

It was a perfect day for a ride, as Greenpeace volunteer Brian Kardon led the bicyclists through the neighborhoods north of Boston toward Salem.

Bikes Not Bombs and Students for a Just and Stable Future joined with Greenpeace in organizing the event.

Once in Salem, the riders joined with SAFE (Salem Alliance For the Environment) and Healthlink, as well as other local residents, for a rally to show that there is a powerful coalition of groups and residents from all over the greater Boston area standing with them. Everyone urged the Governor to join with us and end the nearly 60 year toxic legacy of Salem Harbor.

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