Law Columbia

JUNE 11, 2024

This is the fourth edition of the Sabin Center’s report on Opposition to Renewable Energy Facilities in the United States , and it covers developments through December 31, 2023. Previous editions of the report were published in September 2021 , March 2022 , and May 2023.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Find more temperature and rainfall data at: 2021 Pennsylvania Climate Impacts Assessment. Learn about these and other current and projected climate change impacts at: 2021 Pennsylvania Climate Impacts Assessment. It’s projected that by the middle decades of this century, we'll be another 5.9°

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Washington Nature

JANUARY 9, 2023

When the Act was passed in 2021 , it recognized that existing climate investments were not enough and that revenue raised through the CCA should be dedicated to reducing carbon emissions, transitioning our state to a carbon-free economy, and enhancing climate resilience. Aerial view over Plum Creek / Checkerboard Forest Lands. © Morgan Heim.

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Law Columbia

JANUARY 22, 2024

In order to achieve this target, the United States will need to greatly expand electricity generation while decarbonizing electricity resources. In other words, the United States will need to build significant amounts of renewable energy infrastructure. The PUC adopted and incorporated the ALJ decision in May 2021.

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Enviromental Defense

MARCH 24, 2023

With renewable energy, like solar and wind, becoming cheaper and easier to scale up, there has never been a better moment for governments to transition away from the fossil fuel industry and its destructive impacts on the environment, the climate and communities. In short, past Energy Futures have modelled climate failure. C pathway.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 15, 2022

Tom Wolf released the Pennsylvania GreenGov Council 2021 Annual Report , marking further progress in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s work to promote sustainability and environmentally-friendly policies. Commonwealth agencies and commissions under the governor’s jurisdiction reduced energy usage by 3.2 On April 15, Gov.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

The next General Assembly and Governor-elect Shapiro can improve the law by (1) strengthening the definition of "clean H2," (2) conditioning credit eligibility on a timely transition to clean H2, and (3) establishing state community protection and benefit standards. However, the H2 subsidy in Act 108 has two major flaws.

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Acoel

MAY 18, 2021

Posted on May 18, 2021 by Ken Gray. The state boasts cleaner water and air than many other states, significant and beautiful natural features, and progressive environmental laws. Million tons of regional CO2 per year, and providing energy cost savings to Mainers ($40 million per year in savings) and others in New England.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 24, 2022

3, Business Meeting March 17 DEP: Public Urged To Take Precautions - Deer Tick Virus (DTV) Detected At High Levels In Clearfield County Park PA Resources Council Invites Municipalities In Western PA To Host Traveling Glass Recycling Bin Program DEP Invests Over $2.7 Million; Still Short Of 2018 Revenue Of $251.8 Meeting Jan.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

A methane digester converts manure into electricity for the farm and 325 area homes. Farmers consider our natural resources as vital partners in producing quality food, fiber, and fuel. By implementing cover crops and no-till practices across their 1,800 acres they have protected water quality and enhanced wildlife habitat.

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Washington Nature

MARCH 11, 2022

In support of the transportation package, the state Legislature invested over $100 million to support the transition to electric vehicles, including EV rebates and charging infrastructure. The state Department of Natural Resources, led by Commissioner Hillary Franz and in partnership with Rep. Finally, we thank state Rep.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 6, 2021

Comitta To Introduce Bill Investing RGGI Proceeds In Helping Communities & Workers In Clean Energy Transition, Environmental Justice Areas, Promote Energy Efficiency -- Rep. Posted: June 6, 2021] PA Environment Digest They Deserve Our Thanks, Our Support!

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Greenbuilding Law

APRIL 25, 2021

The 442nd session of the Maryland legislature adjourned on April 12, 2021. Finally, the bill adds the People’s Counsel as a member of the Maryland Commission on Climate Change and the Maryland Zero Emission Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Council. Prohibition on Balloon Releases. Drinking Water. Enforcement.

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Law Columbia

AUGUST 22, 2022

The bill is sprawling, covering climate and energy topics as diverse as electric vehicles, building decarbonization, clean energy manufacturing and supply chains, agriculture, and greening the electricity system, all through a range of tax incentives and direct grants. Still, how does a local government tap in?

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 19, 2022

Scranton -- Utility Dive: PJM Proposes ‘First-Ready, First-Served’ Interconnection Review Process To Clear Renewable Backlog -- WESA: PennDOT Wants To Install Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Every 50 Miles Along Interstates -- Scranton Times: Electric Vehicles Long-Term Fuel Price Hedge -- Rep.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 18, 2021

This is all at risk if climate change worsens — increasingly common conditions like heatwaves, droughts, wildfires, and diminished wildlife populations degrade natural areas and make outdoor recreation less accessible, which in turn decreases demand for outdoor gear and services. Click Here for a copy of the letter which was signed by L.L.

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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] 5] The U.S.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 9, 2022

Russia provided around 45% of the EU's total gas imports in 2021, followed by Norway (23%), Algeria (12%), the United States (6%) and Qatar (5%). This plan also outlines a series of measures to respond to rising energy prices in Europe and to replenish gas stocks for next winter.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 15, 2024

This plan is projected to save Pennsylvania ratepayers and Pennsylvania households more than $252 million dollars in the first five years alone, lower utility bills, and create a more reliable energy industry, create more jobs, and a cleaner air – that is a win in my book.” Advanced Energy United applauds Gov.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 14, 2024

1 [PaEN] -- Warren Times: Nature Knows Best - DCNR Grant Program Aims To Convert Lawns To Native Meadows, Aid Pollinators -- Susquehanna Greenway Partnership Awards Mini-Grants; New Grant Round Now Open [PaEN] -- Williamsport Sun: Susquehanna Greenway Mini-Grants Awarded, 2nd Application Round Announced -- PA Capital-Star: PA To Receive $47.3

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 31, 2022

Keep PA Beautiful's Pick Up Pennsylvania Initiative; In 2021 60,505 Volunteers Cleaned Up 2.2 Keep PA Beautiful's Pick Up Pennsylvania Initiative; In 2021 60,505 Volunteers Cleaned Up 2.2 Keep PA Beautiful's Pick Up Pennsylvania Initiative; In 2021 60,505 Volunteers Cleaned Up 2.2

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 28, 2024

Million In 37 Clean Energy Projects In Pennsylvania [PaEN] -- The Center Square - Anthony Hennen: USDA Sends PA $5.2 Million For Solar, Energy Efficiency Projects -- LancasterOnline: Lancaster County Receives $2.1 In 2021 Without Permits, Stormwater Runoff Controls, Did Not Comply With March 2022 Order -- PennVEST Invests $194.3

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

FirstEnergy Encourages Customers To Shop For Best Energy Deals As Fuel Costs Rise; Natural Gas Costs Driving Electric Rates Up Evangelical Environmental Network: U.S. Email: PaEnviroDigest@gmail.com [Posted: November 22, 2021] PA Environment Daily Blog : Update on PA environmental issues.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 20, 2022

Of Agriculture Temporarily Suspends Requirement For 2% Biodiesel For Out-Of-State Fuel Sold In PA In Response To Rolling Outages Of Diesel Fuel Seven State Agencies Celebrate Pennsylvania's First Native Species Day WeConservePA: PA Land Trusts Preserved 208,026 Acres; 107,300 Pennsylvanians Contribute To Land Trusts Dept.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 3, 2022

DOE Seeks Public Input On $500 Million Bipartisan Infrastructure Program To Turn Former Mine Lands Into Clean Energy Projects [PaEN] -- Penn State Extension: PA Landowners Guide To Utility-Scale Solar Leasing [PaEN] -- Nextracker And BCI Steel Renovate Abandoned Pittsburgh Steel Factory To Serve Growing U.S.

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Law Columbia

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission , No. 3, 2021); Vecinos para el Bienestar de la Comunidad Costera v. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission , Nos. 20, 2021), No. Northern Plains Resource Council v. 20-1045 (D.C. 20-1093, 20-1094 (D.C. DECISIONS AND SETTLEMENTS. City of Hoboken v. Exxon Mobil Corp. , Alaska Aug.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

“Not only would RGGI leave thousands struggling to pay their utility bills during a time of record inflation, but it would also have a detrimental impact on the reliability of our region’s already strained electric grid. According to estimates from the Natural Resources Defense Council, Pennsylvania has missed out on more than $1.67

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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

MARCH 22, 2023

And resources to plug these wells, or even find them, had been scant – prior to the IIJA passed by Congress and signed by President Biden in 2021. For context, DEP spent $37 million plugging approximately 3,000 wells from 1989 through 2021. Too often, these wells pollute groundwater and leak methane into the air.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

The departments of Environmental Protection, Conservation and Natural Resources and Agriculture appear before House and Senate budget committees starting February 28. In 2021, DEP inspectors found 4,386 violations of state regulations, four times what they found at unconventional wells. Read more here.] In November of 2020, Gov.

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Law Columbia

MAY 7, 2021

Circuit Decision Vacating Affordable Clean Energy Rule. 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. FEATURED CASE. 20-1530 (U.S.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022

26 EarthTalk Webinar Features Update On Solar Energy In Pennsylvania [PaEN] -- DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Council Meets Sept. 26 EarthTalk Webinar Features Update On Solar Energy In Pennsylvania [PaEN] -- DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Council Meets Sept.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Million Ahead Of 2019 DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Meets Sept. 17 Take Five Fridays With Pam Now Available From PA Parks & Forests Foundation Help Wanted: Berks Conservation District Urban Resource Conservationist Educational Opportunities for Students & Adults WeConservePA: Sept.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 14, 2024

Awaits Zoning Approval -- PA Capital-Star Guest Essay: Time For Pennsylvania To Speed Up Transition To Clean Energy - By PennEnvironment -- Broad+Liberty Guest Essay: Pennsylvania Are Better Off For Having More Electricity Options - By John Hanger, Former DEP Secretary, PUC Commissioner -- DEP Awards $39.6 Received $6.19

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

23 Webinar On Solar Energy For Municipalities And Water Authorities [PaEN] -- WHYY - Susan Phillips: An Artist Who Grew Up On The Streets Of Philadelphia Returns With An ‘Optimistic’ Climate Exhibit -- Natural Areas Association: Feb. 21 On Rheems Quarry Expansion -- PUC Invites Comments On Williams Natural Gas Pipeline Co.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 11, 2023

On December 11, DEP told the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee the Shapiro Administration supports expansion of the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards to increase renewable energy generation, authorization of a community solar program and expanding energy storage in the Commonwealth.

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