Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 20, 2022

US ratepayers very likely will pay even more for electricity and heating this winter compared to the already-expensive winter of 2021-2022. The US Energy Information Administration is forecasting the wholesale price of gas to reach its highest level since the winter of 2009-2010 in inflation-adjusted terms.

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A Greener Life

AUGUST 27, 2021

The installation of solar panels in Brazil is increasing amidst the water crisis. With fears of energy rationing and rising electricity bills, farmers and livestock breeders opt for sustainability and self-sufficiency. of the country’s energy generation. ” Solar in Brazil: Economy and preservation.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

According to a new national report on schools’ adoption of solar published last week by nonprofit Generation180 , Pennsylvania ranked 11th in the nation for the amount of solar installed by its K-12 schools, climbing up from 13th place two years ago. The report found that 87% of solar power installed at U.S.

Natural Gas 52

Natural Gas Solar Power Carbon Dioxide Clean Energy 52

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 1, 2022

DTE’s proposal, known as an integrated resource plan, describes how the utility intends to fulfill its customers’ electricity needs over the next 20 years. These types of long-term energy plans include forecasting the amount of electricity customers will need and examining different options for supporting that need.

Clean Energy 272

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Union of Concerned Scientists

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Most studies show that achieving these targets will require an unprecedented increase in wind and solar power to decarbonize the power sector and meet the increased demand for zero- carbon electricity to replace fossil fuels in building, industrial and transportation sectors. times current levels by 2035.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

As we all know, there is only one set of wires to deliver electricity to consumers—what is commonly called the grid. Regardless of whether electricity is generated by wind turbines, solar panels, natural gas, nuclear, coal, or other sources, it is all delivered over the same grid. That is, as the U.S. domestic demand.

Natural Gas 52

Natural Gas Solar Power Electricity Renewable Energy 52

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 24, 2023

There’s good news in the recently released official data on electricity generation in the United States in 2022: renewable energy has continued to grow, coal power has continued to drop, and renewables are now firmly ahead of coal for the first time ever. They offer a lot of good news about clean energy progress.

Clean Energy 283

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Union of Concerned Scientists

AUGUST 17, 2022

In just one year—from 2020 to 2021—utility-scale battery storage capacity in the United States tripled , jumping from 1.4 gigawatts (GW), according to the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). The clean energy industry is continuing to deploy significant amounts of storage to deliver a low-carbon future.

Clean Energy 295

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

With the big push for renewable energy, solar farm developers are looking for forested land because there are plenty of privately held large tracts available across Pennsylvania and it is cheaper than cleared land. Pennsylvania wants 30 percent solar power by 2030.” “To Photo: Penn State Solar Farm in Franklin County.)

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Renewable Energy Solar Power Government 2021 98

PA Environment Daily

MAY 3, 2022

By Ad Crable, Chesapeake Bay Journal A solar power boom generated by new renewable energy mandates is unfurling in the Chesapeake Bay region. Virginia, for example, was ninth in the nation for new solar capacity in 2021. New York, which has one of the most ambitious clean-energy goals in the nation, has 80,000 sheep.

Renewable Energy 59

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Enviromental Defense

MAY 18, 2021

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. That means carbon emissions from electricity in Ontario will be rising back up again after years of decline. Ontario Energy Output by Fuel Type: 2020 .

Electricity 52

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Environmental Progress

APRIL 20, 2021

Some have argued that weather-dependent energies would, paradoxically, make electricity even more reliable. 1] But recent power outages in Texas and California have poured cold water on these arguments. 1] But recent power outages in Texas and California have poured cold water on these arguments. percent, 47.4

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

This is especially concerning for a state like Pennsylvania where over half of households use natural gas to heat their homes , and much of Pennsylvania’s electricity is powered by natural gas-fired power plants, meaning even those who don’t use natural gas fuel directly for heating may still be affected by rising prices.

Clean Energy 87

Clean Energy Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Electricity 87

Environmental Progress

MARCH 11, 2021

Congress took questions relating to the security of America’s electricity supply seriously before more than a dozen states experienced energy shortages last month, but those events make this hearing all the more urgent. electrical grids were increasingly “complex and vulnerable.” [2] Shellenberger. 5] The U.S.

Electricity 101

Electricity Renewable Energy Nuclear Power 2019 101

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 29, 2024

ExxonMobil spent at least $39 million on some 70 of these organizations from 1998 through 2020, more than any funder besides Charles Koch and his brother David, co-owner of Koch Industries until his death in 2019. In fact, such standards have had a negligible effect on electricity prices and often save ratepayers money.

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Fossil Fuels Climate Change 2007 Carbon Emissions 347

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 17, 2022

By Patrick Monahan, PittWire In February 2020, the University of Pittsburgh announced its goal to go carbon neutral by 2037 -- 13 years sooner than the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s call for global carbon neutrality.

Clean Energy 59

Clean Energy Fossil Fuels Solar Power 2008 59

PA Environment Daily

JULY 16, 2021

House To Vote Next Week On Expanding PFAS Regulation Impacting PA, Other States -- Utility Dive: Clean Electricity Standard Lands Spot In $3.5

Solar Power 59

Solar Power Radiation Regulations Waste 59

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

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Conservation 69

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A Greener Life

APRIL 7, 2022

In 2020, around 70% of its energy consumption was covered by imports of fossil fuels , including uranium. At 28% of final energy consumption, oil remains the country’s dominant fossil energy source, followed by natural gas (27%) and hard coal (4%). Or could it perhaps boost the transition to a renewables-based economy?

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Law Columbia

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

The district court scheduled a hearing for April 16, 2020 to consider the defendants’ motion to dismiss or transfer those cases. 4, 2020); California v. United States , No. 18-36082 (9th Cir. DECISIONS AND SETTLEMENTS. Union of Concerned Scientists v. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration , Nos. 19-1230 et al. Chao , No.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 16, 2022

is the world’s top producer of both oil and natural gas, and we are second only to China in solar power capacity. We can help Ukraine and our European allies by increasing American production of oil and gas while also boosting our production of low-cost solar energy and micro hydroelectric generation.

Natural Gas 52

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 22, 2022

Wolf Announces Aggressive Push To Secure Clean Hydrogen Hub In PA [PaEN] -- Gov.

Conservation 64

Conservation Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Climate Change 64

Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 31, 2022

Since the death of Charles Koch’s brother David in 2019, the Charles Koch Foundation has continued to finance this disinformation campaign, giving more than $17 million to 23 groups in 2019 and 2020 , pushing the Koch grand total north of $162 million. million on some 70 denier groups from 1998 through 2020. million and Chevron’s $39.47

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Climate Change Fossil Fuels Clean Energy 2018 361

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Rural Communities On The Front Lines Of Solar's Growth -- Sen. Mensch Introduces Bill To Encourage Development Of Clean Vehicle Infrastructure- Electric, Natural Gas, Hydrogen -- 35 Senate, House Democrats Urge Gov. 24 Organizing Black Birders Week Webinar With Tykee James -- Keep PA Beautiful Local Affiliates Recycle 1.1

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Conservation 2021 Natural Gas Climate Change 64

Union of Concerned Scientists

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Johnson’s new bill ends rebates for electric appliances, home electrification projects, and training funds for project installation. Johnson’s district is one of many in red states turning neon green with cash from clean energy manufacturing. Look closer, and it’s actually a ruse.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 12, 2023

Shapiro: Unveils Commonsense Budget To Address The Issues PA Faces -- PennLive: Shapiro’s Budget Pitch Cuts A Few Taxes, Calls For Minimum Wage Hike -- Spotlight PA: Shapiro’s $44.4 Billion Spending Plan Scrutinized -- PennLive - Charles Thompson/Jan Murphy: What’s In Gov.

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