Chandler Mountain, located in St. Clair County, Alabama, is a beautiful and unique natural area that is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. Unfortunately, this mountain is now threatened by the proposed Alabama Power Pumped Storage Project.

The project involves building two large reservoirs on Chandler Mountain that will be used to store excess energy generated by wind and solar power plants. While this may seem like a good idea on the surface, it will have devastating consequences for the environment and local communities.

Firstly, constructing these reservoirs will require clearing large areas of forested land on Chandler Mountain. This will destroy vital habitats for many species of wildlife that call this area home.

Secondly, the project will significantly impact water quality in the region. The construction and operation of these reservoirs will result in increased sedimentation and erosion, which can harm aquatic life downstream.

Finally, there are concerns about how this project could impact local communities. Many people are already receiving letters from Alabama Power that they will be forced to leave their homes if the project goes through. 

We urge Alabama Power to reconsider its plans for Chandler Mountain and explore alternative solutions that do not involve such destructive impacts on our natural environment. Let's work together to protect our precious natural resources for future generations!

Sources:
- https://www.al.com/news/2021/04/alabama-power-plans-to-build-two-reservoirs-on-chandler-mountain.html
- https://www.stclairtimes.com/news/article_8d9c5b3e-a0f4-11eb-ba6f-d7b9d2c5e3a1.html
- https://www.wvtm13.com/article/alabama-power-proposes-pumped-storage-project-on-chandler-mountain/36162140