Caterpillar is now enjoying record sales and profits from highly polluting and noisy generators for data centers, and it is projected to grow through 2030. Why: “hyperscale data centers — facilities consuming 50 megawatts or more of power, enough to supply roughly 50,000 homes — are being built faster than utility grid connections can be […]
Why is opposition to PA 233 and utility-level solar on our farmlands good but insufficient?Why is opposition to PA 233 and utility-level solar on our farmlands good but insufficient?
It is good and important when political leaders oppose PA 233 and oppose utility-level solar on our farmlands. PA 233 is horrible state law, removing local control over zoning and development. Utility-level solar on our West Michigan farmlands, like the proposed RWE one in Zeeland Township, is horrible, because it wastes many of our valuable […]
Let’s work together for a locally controlled common-sense energy planLet’s work together for a locally controlled common-sense energy plan
We need the Campbell for reliable energy, and we need data centers to compete in the modern economy. But we need data centers and the electric grid under our local control and done environmentally right, which is why I seek it only be co-located with the Campbell (and no use of backup generators) and have […]
Speech before the Ottawa County Board on 07/28/2026 requesting a common-sense energy approach in our local interestSpeech before the Ottawa County Board on 07/28/2026 requesting a common-sense energy approach in our local interest
At the Ottawa County Board meeting on 7/28/2026 at the 1:22:14 minute mark I delivered the following speech: “Joseph Parnell McCarter, Georgetown Township, volunteer leader of “Save The Campbell” I commend this Board for how you have judiciously weighed in on matters pertaining to the County’s electric grid and underground water, and request you continue […]
A challenge to area Democrats regarding Campbell wastewater: join us in recommending treatment and re-use, or present a better alternativeA challenge to area Democrats regarding Campbell wastewater: join us in recommending treatment and re-use, or present a better alternative
I appreciate that many area Democrats publicized the problems of Consumers Energy’s deep injection plan for the Campbell wastewater, and were among those who voiced their concerns at the recent public hearing, but now I challenge area Democrats to either join those of us Republicans who recommend the alternative of treatment and commercial re-use of […]
Net Zero “earth justice” philosophy contradicts Biblical truthNet Zero “earth justice” philosophy contradicts Biblical truth
The Net Zero “earth justice” philosophy says: “… Increasing population levels lead to increased consumption of resources, resulting in greater greenhouse gas emissions. This contributes to climate change and can have a devastating effect on the environment…Overpopulation leads to an increased demand for housing, food, and resources, which can lead, among other things, to deforestation. We […]
Letter to County Board in follow-up to Campbell wastewater public hearingLetter to County Board in follow-up to Campbell wastewater public hearing
Dear Board of Commissioners: I want to thank the Board again for how you have been willing to judiciously weigh in on matters pertaining to the County’s electric grid and underground water, as the Michigan Constitution gives you authority. This past week there was a public hearing on the Campbell wastewater plan, even as you […]
Speech delivered at the EPA public hearing on the Campbell wastewater planSpeech delivered at the EPA public hearing on the Campbell wastewater plan
Delivered at the public hearing on 07/23/2026: “Joseph Parnell McCarter, volunteer leader of the “Save The Campbell” effort in Ottawa County and resident of Georgetown Township. I am also moderator of the Exploratory Committee for Locally Controlled Electric Cooperative, that is seeking ways to purchase the Campbell from Consumers Energy, instead of Consumers Energy’s path […]