Legal Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

With economic growth have come carbon emissions. As of 2016, half of its total emissions are from the power sector, with 20% from industry and 15% from transportation, and. In 2021, South Korea set a target under the Paris Agreement of a 40% cut from 2018 levels by 2030.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 29, 2023

At least partly—if not largely—because the AGs and their political organization, the Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA), receive substantial financial support from fossil fuel companies, electric utilities, and their respective trade groups. For example, in October 2021—the same month he signed onto the West Virginia v.

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Enviromental Defense

MAY 18, 2021

The decision to ditch coal was the biggest single action of its time to cut carbon emissions in North America. But what you probably haven’t heard is that our grid is getting dirtier again, with fossil fuels increasing in our electricity supply from burning natural gas. Source: IESO Annual Planning Outlook (updated Feb 2021).

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 31, 2022

million square feet, released its 2021 Progress Report detailing efforts by partners who have committed to a dramatic reduction in energy use and carbon emissions in their buildings by the year 2030. In 2021, Erie 2030 District partners reduced energy usage to 22.4% million in 2021 (annualized) energy savings.

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Circle of Blue

JUNE 6, 2022

Besides the kilowatt-hours it generates, Glen Canyon provides key services to the electric grid. The country’s second largest reservoir and a lynchpin in the intermountain electric grid, Powell is more dirt than water these days. Hydropower generation will likely shut down when Lake Powell’s elevation drops below 3,490 feet.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

Wolf, AG Shapiro To Support A Total Ban On Road Dumping Of Oil & Gas Drilling Wastewater; 240.4 Wolf, AG Shapiro To Support A Total Ban On Road Dumping Of Oil & Gas Drilling Wastewater; 240.4 Wolf, AG Shapiro To Support A Total Ban On Road Dumping Of Oil & Gas Drilling Wastewater; 240.4

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ESA

OCTOBER 8, 2021

European countries agree to protects parts of the North Atlantic to conserve seabird species. Landscape ecologist Lisa Schulte Moore receives 2021 MacArthur fellowship. by Zack Colman, PoliticoPro, 10/6/2021. Scientific Community. Federal Register opportunities. Read the proposed rule here , comments are due Nov.

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ESA

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Senate Appropriations Committee Releases Remaining Spending Bills for FY 2021. by Jean Chemnick, E&E News, 10/21/2021. climate progress ahead of global talks in two weeks, but it’s unclear whether it will include a detailed road map for halving emissions by 2030. Bill includes $9.49 Executive Branch. Here’s what we know.

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ESA

AUGUST 16, 2021

The Intergovernmental Panel on Panel on Climate Change released its sixth assessment report , ahead of the UN Conference of Parties Climate Meeting in Glasglow, Scotland in October and November 2021. billion for electric grid resilience and infrastructure improvements, $7.5 by George Cahlink, E&E Daily, 8/12/2021 .

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 1, 2022

On May 31, Duquesne Light Company announced a new lineup of electric vehicle (EV) charging and fleet electrification programs to help local organizations save time and money on installing EV charging and transitioning to an electric fleet. In 2020, DLC installed the DCFC stations for Port Authority’s first two electric buses. “As

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Environmental Progress

APRIL 20, 2021

Testimony before the United States House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce For a hearing on “Power Struggle: Examining the 2021 Texas Grid Failure” Written statement submitted by: Michael D. Some have argued that weather-dependent energies would, paradoxically, make electricity even more reliable. percent, 47.4

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Here are 1,198 articles published in local news media and in the PA Environment Digest during 2021 that tell the stories of thousands of individuals, groups, local governments, farmers, businesses, watershed groups and many more working all across Pennsylvania to restore and protect the environment and show others the beauty that surrounds us.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 11, 2023

Million EPA Loan For Water Infrastructure Improvements -- Pittsburgh 2030 District Announces Significant Progress In Reducing Carbon Emissions - 44.8% Million EPA Loan To Continue Drinking Water System Improvements -- Post-Gazette: Pittsburgh Officials Announce $52.4 From Baseline; Savings Of $59.7

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

By Penn State News With a goal of achieving 100% greenhouse gas emissions reduction by 2035, Penn State – under the direction of President Neeli Bendapudi -- is moving forward with several of the recommendations presented by the University’s Carbon Emissions Reduction Task Force in Spring 2022.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 5, 2021

Million To Create New Delaware River Climate Corps To Train Workers For Conservation, Green Careers -- Philadelphia Water Dept. Million In Darby, Upland, Upper Providence Twps -- Western PA Conservancy Newsletter: Volunteers Plant Trees, Federal Infrastructure Law Great News, Fallingwater Winter Walks -- Dept.

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Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Looking back, we noticed that MPP David Piccini, Ontario’s Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks, made some less than accurate claims about Ontario’s environmental record. Electric Vehicles. In British Columbia, 10 per cent of all vehicles sold in Q2 2021 were EVs. Let’s take a look. Not by a long shot.

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Circle of Blue

APRIL 18, 2023

Virtually every phase of Net-Zero 1 production, and a good portion of its revenue, benefits from tax incentives, grants, and direct payments for low-carbon renewable energy, and the nearly $20 billion that Congress approved since 2021 for permanently disposing carbon dioxide. million gallons of jet fuel per year from wood chips.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Science Camp; Completes Blacks Creek Maintenance Pond [PaEN] -- Brodhead Watershed Association Honors Volunteer Wendy Lichty, Dr. Matt Connell For Conservation Efforts At Sept. Matt Connell For Conservation Efforts At Sept. Matt Connell For Conservation Efforts At Sept. Decline In Energy Use; $4.6 Million In Energy Savings; 14.6%

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Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 30, 2022

At the international and federal levels, significant progress was made on climate action, plastic waste, toxic chemicals and biodiversity conservation. The federal government will keep its promise to increase the availability and affordability of electric vehicles. Putting a cap on oil and gas carbon emissions.

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Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 21, 2021

2021 was a year dominated by environmental news. With this rebound came the increase in carbon emissions and effects of climate change. Electric vehicles finally come into their own : The coming year will mark the introduction of many new EV models with greater range and lower prices than ever.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 9, 2023

The PWSA board approved an amendment to a 2021 agreement with Direct Energy and NRG as part of a region-wide energy cost and consumption reduction program with the Western PA Energy Consortium. Under this amendment, WPEC has committed to purchasing 61,320 MWhs of wind power annually, accounting for approximately 40% of the group's total load.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

With only three voting days left this year in the Senate and six in the House, all of Pennsylvania’s important environmental legislation is missing from the Senate and House list of accomplishments in 2021. The bill was announced in March, introduced in June and is now in the Senate Appropriations Committee awaiting action. Read more here.

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Washington Nature

JANUARY 9, 2023

The Nature Conservancy in Washington will be a part of that bustle and working to keep people and nature at the forefront of policy and budget decision-making. workforce development An area where the Nature Conservancy in Washington will be expanding our focus is around opportunities for workforce development. © Courtney Baxter/TNC.

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Law Columbia

JUNE 8, 2021

May 17, 2021). May 24, 2021); Suncor Energy (U.S.A.) May 24, 2021); Shell Oil Products Co., May 24, 2021). June 2, 2021). The fossil fuel companies removed the case in March 2021, citing five grounds for removal, including the federal officer removal statute. May 19, 2021). June 3, 2021).

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 18, 2023

FRIDAY Noon: PA Solar Center Hosts Webinar Update On PA Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards, Community Solar Legislation + Review 2021-22 AEPS Compliance Report. Shapiro Must Sharpen His Focus On Climate Change And The Environment - By Clean Air Council -- Inquirer - Frank Kummer: Lehigh River Listed As ‘Most Endangered’ River In U.S.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Wolf: Urges Congressional Delegation To Support Proposed Biden Budget Funding Clean Energy, Civilian Conservation Corps, Chesapeake Bay Initiatives [Posted: October 28, 2021] PA Environment Digest Casey, Colleagues Introduce Bill To Empower Fossil Fuel Workers To Train, Find Jobs In Changing Energy Industry -- Gov.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 15, 2024

A 35% clean and renewable energy by 2035 requirement will maximize deployment of new energy sources while maintaining a strong foundation of legacy energy industries—ensuring the Commonwealth can meet the challenge of rising electricity demand and that Pennsylvanians benefit from a balanced, resilient and clean energy mix for years to come.” “The

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 18, 2022

Other States/National/International -- PennLive: Maryland County Proposal Would Mandate New Homes Have Wiring For Electric Vehicle Charging -- AP: Race To Cut Carbon Emissions Splits U.S. What’s Your Community Doing?

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 21, 2023

LLC’s Nancy 13 Conventional Well Leaking Gas, Production Wastewater Since 2018; Citizen Complaint Finds ‘Bubbling’ Gas Well [PaEN] -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices/Opportunities To Comment - May 20 [PaEN] -- Heinz Endowments Awards Nearly $11.1

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 14, 2021

Senate returns to session September 20, 21, 22 -- Committee Schedule House returns to session September 27, 28, 29 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- EQB Approves Carbon Pollution Reduction Regulation Covering Power Plants [PaEN] -- House Environmental Committee Meets July 27 On Letter Urging IRRC To Disapprove The Carbon Pollution (..)

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Law Columbia

MAY 7, 2021

Circuit’s January opinion vacating EPA’s repeal and replacement of the Obama administration’s Clean Power Plan regulations for controlling carbon emissions from existing power plants. EPA’s response to the petitions is due June 3, 2021. 29, 2021); North American Coal Corp. Supreme Court seeking review of the D.C.

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A Greener Life

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Since the (misinterpreted) results of the Uxbridge bye-election, many Conservatives have been calling for a re-assessment of net zero in the hopes of scoring some votes. Plenty of other Conservatives have warned against this, but the Prime Minister has decided to gamble on it. 2: Sunak is bringing change. “In I’m very proud of that.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 1, 2023

Completed in December 2021, the county installed a 2.5-acre The Township was awarded the grant in May of 2021 and performed water sampling over the summer months. The last parcel of this property was put under conservation easement in March, 2022.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 4, 2021

On August 4, Exelon Utilities announced it will reduce its operations-driven emissions 50 percent by 2030 [relative to 2015 emissions] and ultimately to net-zero by 2050 as part of its continuing efforts to address the climate crisis. The latest “ Path to Clean ” goal takes those efforts to the next level.

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Law Columbia

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

3, 2021); Vecinos para el Bienestar de la Comunidad Costera v. On September 8, 2021, a federal district court in New Jersey granted the City of Hoboken’s motion to remand to state court its climate change lawsuit against oil and gas companies. 20, 2021), No. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission , No. 20-1045 (D.C. Minnesota v.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 6, 2021

Billion Meant For Conservation -- DEP: Issues Air Quality Action Day Warning For Friday, Aug. Billion Meant For Conservation -- DEP: Issues Air Quality Action Day Warning For Friday, Aug. 19 - Biodiversity Jam [PaEN] -- Governor’s Office: Publishes Latest Catalog Of Nonregulatory Documents [PaEN] -- PA Bulletin: Dept.

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Acoel

APRIL 8, 2022

To be sure, Congress deserves credit for a partial response to the climate crisis by enacting the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in December, 2021, with 19 Republican votes in the Senate. Tax credits for sequestration of carbon dioxide emissions would be extended and added for wildfire hazard mitigation projects.

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