PSC Declares Emergency on Kemper Coal Plant, Gives Public Less than 48 Hours to Respond

Mississippi Power Claims “Emergency,” Commission Skirts Required Public Notice

Jackson, MS –(ENEWSPF)–March 29, 2012.  In a stunning display of disregard for the public, the Mississippi Public Service Commission (PSC) announced a public hearing on the Kemper County coal plant with less than 48 hours’ notice. In a document released this morning, the Public Service Commission announced a public, open meeting “to discuss and possibly take action” on a temporary operation permit for Mississippi Power’s Kemper…