TLA4-The Green New Scam hits McKean County - June 24, 2026 - The Local Angle

As McKean County embraces solar energy, the local community grapples with intense scrutiny over the new projects unfolding in their midst. Host Jim Tingley dives deep into the controversial developments surrounding Energix Renewables, a company that claims to herald a green energy revolution but raises alarms among residents. Joined by Fred, a fellow observer of these unfolding events, the duo explores the detrimental impacts of solar farms on local wildlife and the very essence of community safety. With noise complaints echoing through neighborhoods and frightening reports of wildlife behavior changes, questions arise: Is this really the green energy solution we’ve been promised?Residents voice concerns over where the electricity generated will truly go—suspicions are rampant that New York State stands to benefit at the expense of local needs. As discussions unfold about how energy distribution parallels with local gains, it becomes clear that McKean's eco-promise may come with an environmental price. A disheartening narrative emerges as conversations with local officials reveal issues with regulatory oversight, sediment pollution threatening vital waterways like the Allegheny and Susquehanna Rivers, and the disturbing withdrawal of the Fish and Game Commission from monitoring local streams.This episode follows the pulse of the community as Tingley and Fred encourage citizen journalism to reclaim power through awareness and activism. From local political campaigns to community events, civic engagement is critical as residents seek to hold power accountable and understand the truths hidden in the shadows of ambitious energy projects. Can McKean County push back and protect its environment, or will these 'green' efforts end up being yet another corporate folly?Join the dialogue and learn how you can plug into vital local issues and influence the future while navigating this complex landscape of energy, safety, and environmental integrity.

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