Pipelines

Connecticut Public Radio

Published January 25, 2013 at 10:36 AM EST

1 of 4

Chion Wolf

2 of 4

Chion Wolf

3 of 4

Chion Wolf

4 of 4

Chion Wolf

http://cptv.vo.llnwd.net/o2/ypmwebcontent/Lydia/Where%20We%20Live%20%2001-25-2013.mp3

Nebraska Governor Dave Heineman has given the go-ahead to therevised Keystone XL pipeline route. That project has been the subject of intense debate since it was first proposed in 2008. And now its fate is up to President Barack Obama.

On a local level, Connecticut is in the midst of its own pipeline controversy... the MDC’s proposal of a 20-mile waterline to service the increasingly thirsty UConn Storrs campus. Many in the Farmington River Valley - which would provide that water - aren’t happy.

Today, pipelines for gas, water, oil... we’ll look at what goes into pipeline projects.

Correction: Mr. Brush was incorrect in stating that the Lower Farmington had been named a Wild & Scenic River.

Stand up for civility

This news story is funded in large part by Connecticut Public’s Members — listeners, viewers, and readers like you who value fact-based journalism and trustworthy information.

We hope their support inspires you to donate so that we can continue telling stories that inform, educate, and inspire you and your neighbors. As a community-supported public media service, Connecticut Public has relied on donor support for more than 50 years.

Your donation today will allow us to continue this work on your behalf. Give today at any amount and join the 50,000 members who are building a better—and more civil—Connecticut to live, work, and play.

Donate