Caroline Eggers
@carolineeggers.bsky.social
Environmental reporter for @WPLN.bsky.social, NPR in Nashville. I also photograph critters and clouds.
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More than half of Tennessee has parched soils.
The far western portion of the state is now in severe drought, with a small portion in “extreme” drought, and much of West and Middle Tennessee is in moderate drought. wpln.org/post/half-of...
The far western portion of the state is now in severe drought, with a small portion in “extreme” drought, and much of West and Middle Tennessee is in moderate drought. wpln.org/post/half-of...
Half of Tennessee is in drought -- for the fourth consecutive fall
More than half of Tennessee has parched soils. The far western portion of the state is now in severe drought, with a small portion in "extreme" drought.
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September 18, 2025 at 6:37 PM
More than half of Tennessee has parched soils.
The far western portion of the state is now in severe drought, with a small portion in “extreme” drought, and much of West and Middle Tennessee is in moderate drought. wpln.org/post/half-of...
The far western portion of the state is now in severe drought, with a small portion in “extreme” drought, and much of West and Middle Tennessee is in moderate drought. wpln.org/post/half-of...
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The Boring Company has planned 5 rock samples to study Nashville’s underground terrain, but experts say more are needed.
Without sufficient exploration, WPLN’s @carolineeggers.bsky.social says the company would essentially be tunneling blindly.
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Without sufficient exploration, WPLN’s @carolineeggers.bsky.social says the company would essentially be tunneling blindly.
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Will the Boring Company be tunneling blind? Only a few rock samples are planned.
Elon Musk’s Boring Company has begun construction on a planned tunnel between downtown Nashville and the airport. Last Tuesday afternoon, the company dug
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September 14, 2025 at 1:46 PM
The Boring Company has planned 5 rock samples to study Nashville’s underground terrain, but experts say more are needed.
Without sufficient exploration, WPLN’s @carolineeggers.bsky.social says the company would essentially be tunneling blindly.
wpln.org/post/the-bor...
Without sufficient exploration, WPLN’s @carolineeggers.bsky.social says the company would essentially be tunneling blindly.
wpln.org/post/the-bor...
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The Boring Company's Nashville project raises concerns with residents and experts who worry that the tunnel could increase risks for sinkholes or disrupt the underground flow of water. wpln.org/post/nashvil...
Nashville’s geology has been misunderstood in tunneling talks -- including by a Boring Company executive
Nashville sits on limestone. This geology creates unique challenges for the city, and it is often neglected -- or misunderstood -- in conversations about
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August 12, 2025 at 7:59 PM
The Boring Company's Nashville project raises concerns with residents and experts who worry that the tunnel could increase risks for sinkholes or disrupt the underground flow of water. wpln.org/post/nashvil...
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Nashville has proposed building a road through the forest in Warner Park. The idea is to connect a major roadway to both the park and Cheekwood Estate.
But the access would come at the expense of woods that have been protected for nearly 100 years.
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But the access would come at the expense of woods that have been protected for nearly 100 years.
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In the forest between Warner Park and Cheekwood, Nashville wants to build a road
Nashville officials have proposed a road through a forested area in Warner Parks. Many parkgoers, conservationists and the family tied to the land for the park are upset.
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August 1, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Nashville has proposed building a road through the forest in Warner Park. The idea is to connect a major roadway to both the park and Cheekwood Estate.
But the access would come at the expense of woods that have been protected for nearly 100 years.
wpln.org/post/in-the-...
But the access would come at the expense of woods that have been protected for nearly 100 years.
wpln.org/post/in-the-...
Forests in the Appalachian Mountains could see more logging, while opportunities for public input and oversight may diminish.
And, yes, there are technically 500,000+ acres at risk in Tennessee.
And, yes, there are technically 500,000+ acres at risk in Tennessee.
Appalachian forests fall under Trump’s logging plans. In Tennessee, 500,000+ acres are at risk.
Forests in the Appalachian Mountains may soon see more logging. President Donald Trump signed two executive orders this spring to expand domestic logging a
wpln.org
July 2, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Forests in the Appalachian Mountains could see more logging, while opportunities for public input and oversight may diminish.
And, yes, there are technically 500,000+ acres at risk in Tennessee.
And, yes, there are technically 500,000+ acres at risk in Tennessee.
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Tennessee is forecasted to have one of the highest electricity increases in the nation. An analysis found that annual electricity bills could increase by more than 10%, or roughly $200 for the average home, by next year. wpln.org/post/trump-m...
Trump megabill could make Tennessee electricity prices surge as early as next year
Energy prices may soon increase in Tennessee. The U.S. Senate is expected to vote on President Donald Trump’s massive tax policy, known as the “big bea
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June 4, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Tennessee is forecasted to have one of the highest electricity increases in the nation. An analysis found that annual electricity bills could increase by more than 10%, or roughly $200 for the average home, by next year. wpln.org/post/trump-m...
I have been following the Tennessee Valley Authority’s fossil fuel expansion for four years.
I’ve read thousands of pages of environmental reviews about why the utility is building gas plants instead of renewables.
TVA just exposed a flaw in one of its key arguments for new gas:
I’ve read thousands of pages of environmental reviews about why the utility is building gas plants instead of renewables.
TVA just exposed a flaw in one of its key arguments for new gas:
TVA's possible coal extensions unravel rationale given for new gas
The Tennessee Valley Authority is considering extending the life of its coal plants. Or, at least, that is what the utility is saying publicly.
wpln.org
June 4, 2025 at 8:25 PM
I have been following the Tennessee Valley Authority’s fossil fuel expansion for four years.
I’ve read thousands of pages of environmental reviews about why the utility is building gas plants instead of renewables.
TVA just exposed a flaw in one of its key arguments for new gas:
I’ve read thousands of pages of environmental reviews about why the utility is building gas plants instead of renewables.
TVA just exposed a flaw in one of its key arguments for new gas:
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Rural communities in Appalachia have struggled to transition to clean transportation. But WPLN's @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports rural residents might stand to benefit more than their urban counterparts by switching to electric vehicles.
In rural Appalachia, drivers can save money with EVs. Tennessee researchers want to speed the transition.
Rural residents might stand to benefit more than their urban counterparts by switching to electric vehicles.
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May 6, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Rural communities in Appalachia have struggled to transition to clean transportation. But WPLN's @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports rural residents might stand to benefit more than their urban counterparts by switching to electric vehicles.
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Wetlands across Tennessee may soon be open for construction. WPLN's @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports the state Senate passed a developer-sponsored bill to remove legal protections for certain types of wetlands last week, and the full House will take up the vote today.
Isolated wetlands cover just 1.2% of Tennessee. But destroying them will have extensive impacts.
Wetlands across Tennessee may soon be open for construction. The state Senate passed a developer-sponsored bill on Monday to remove legal protections for certa
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April 21, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Wetlands across Tennessee may soon be open for construction. WPLN's @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports the state Senate passed a developer-sponsored bill to remove legal protections for certain types of wetlands last week, and the full House will take up the vote today.
We all live near freshwater, and wetlands are an extension of our rivers, creeks and aquifers.💧
This is why a proposed law to drop protections could cause serious economic and ecological harm.
This is why a proposed law to drop protections could cause serious economic and ecological harm.
Isolated wetlands cover just 1.2% of Tennessee. But destroying them will have extensive impacts.
Wetlands across Tennessee may soon be open for construction. The state Senate passed a developer-sponsored bill on Monday to remove legal protections for certa
wpln.org
April 18, 2025 at 8:56 PM
We all live near freshwater, and wetlands are an extension of our rivers, creeks and aquifers.💧
This is why a proposed law to drop protections could cause serious economic and ecological harm.
This is why a proposed law to drop protections could cause serious economic and ecological harm.
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Warner Park Nature Center is hosting a special art exhibit this weekend. WPLN’s @carolineeggers.bsky.social says a nonprofit collective of artists called the Chestnut Group painted scenes of the nearly century-old park.
Warner Park hosting exhibit of conservation-minded paintings this weekend
A nonprofit collective of artists called the Chestnut Group painted scenes of the nearly century-old park to benefit its preservation.
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April 17, 2025 at 11:13 PM
Warner Park Nature Center is hosting a special art exhibit this weekend. WPLN’s @carolineeggers.bsky.social says a nonprofit collective of artists called the Chestnut Group painted scenes of the nearly century-old park.
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Tennessee lawmakers’ efforts to deregulate wetlands is nearing passage. WPLN’s @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports on who has supported the developer-sponsored bill.
Who is backing Tennessee’s wetland deregulation effort?
Developers may soon face fewer environmental regulations when they build on Tennessee wetlands.
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April 17, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Tennessee lawmakers’ efforts to deregulate wetlands is nearing passage. WPLN’s @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports on who has supported the developer-sponsored bill.
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More than 300 Tennesseans have filed lawsuits against Monsanto after farmers and gardeners say they got sick from using Roundup. But WPLN’s @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports a proposed law would prevent residents from holding pesticide companies liable in such cases.
How pesticides, Monsanto and 'buried’ scientific evidence converge in a proposed Tennessee law
Pesticide companies are among the wealthiest corporations in the world. Take Bayer: The chemical and pharmaceutical corporation made about half of its $50 bi
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April 3, 2025 at 9:05 PM
More than 300 Tennesseans have filed lawsuits against Monsanto after farmers and gardeners say they got sick from using Roundup. But WPLN’s @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports a proposed law would prevent residents from holding pesticide companies liable in such cases.
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Tennessee may receive months’ worth of rain this week, leading to dangerous flooding. WPLN's Caroline Eggers reports rainfall will begin Wednesday night and continue through Sunday, potentially accumulating 10 or more inches in some areas of Middle Tennessee.
An atmospheric river may trigger historic flooding in Tennessee
Forecasters are warning that Tennessee could receive months worth of rainfall this week, leading to dangerous flooding. Here's what to know.
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April 2, 2025 at 10:38 PM
Tennessee may receive months’ worth of rain this week, leading to dangerous flooding. WPLN's Caroline Eggers reports rainfall will begin Wednesday night and continue through Sunday, potentially accumulating 10 or more inches in some areas of Middle Tennessee.
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Tennessee lawmakers are considering a bill to remove protections for certain types of wetlands across the state to financially benefit developers. WPLN's @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports the bill is on the schedule for debate this week with a new amendment.
Bill to open more Tennessee wetlands to development advances with legislative amendment
Tennessee lawmakers are considering a bill to remove protections for certain types of wetlands across the state to financially benefit developers.
wpln.org
March 18, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Tennessee lawmakers are considering a bill to remove protections for certain types of wetlands across the state to financially benefit developers. WPLN's @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports the bill is on the schedule for debate this week with a new amendment.
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Tomorrow, @wpln.bsky.social environmental reporter @carolineeggers.bsky.social joins Khalil Ekulona for an updated in-depth look at this bill. Join us at noon on 90.3 or at thisisnashville[dot]org.
Tennessee lawmakers are considering a bill to remove protections for certain types of wetlands across the state to financially benefit developers. WPLN's @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports the bill is on the schedule for debate this week with a new amendment.
Bill to open more Tennessee wetlands to development advances with legislative amendment
Tennessee lawmakers are considering a bill to remove protections for certain types of wetlands across the state to financially benefit developers.
wpln.org
March 19, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Tomorrow, @wpln.bsky.social environmental reporter @carolineeggers.bsky.social joins Khalil Ekulona for an updated in-depth look at this bill. Join us at noon on 90.3 or at thisisnashville[dot]org.
Tennessee may become the first state to legally define a fossil fuel as renewable energy.
The House passed a bill today.
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The House passed a bill today.
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A fossil fuel may be rebranded ‘renewable energy’ under proposed Tennessee law
Tennessee may become the first state to legally define gas as “renewable energy.” State law currently defines natural gas as “clean energy.”
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March 13, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Tennessee may become the first state to legally define a fossil fuel as renewable energy.
The House passed a bill today.
wpln.org/post/a-fossi...
The House passed a bill today.
wpln.org/post/a-fossi...
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Drought conditions improved across Tennessee this month following recent storms. WPLN's @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports the situation flipped last week after three to eight inches of rain or snow dropped across the state.
Swaths of Tennessee recover from drought following recent rains and snow
Drought conditions improved across Tennessee. The situation flipped last week after three to eight inches of rain or snow fell across the state.
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February 25, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Drought conditions improved across Tennessee this month following recent storms. WPLN's @carolineeggers.bsky.social reports the situation flipped last week after three to eight inches of rain or snow dropped across the state.