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California Water Challenges Remain Despite Significant Precipitation in 2023

Clean Energy Law

In the first quarter of 2023, most of the state received rainfall exceeding historic averages, with some areas experiencing 200%, or even 300% of average levels. This blog post summarizes key actions taken by state and federal officials in 2023 with respect to California’s water supply and provides an outlook for 2024.

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What’s Up With Water – January 31, 2023

Circle of Blue

Instead he favors support for clean energy production. An investigation by the non-profit news site CalMatters found that California send a large portion of its hazardous waste to facilities in other states that have weaker environmental rules. The waste includes well-known hazards such as asbestos.

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Pennsylvania's Clean Energy Economy Grew To Over 92,700 Jobs Since COVID Economic Crisis

PA Environment Daily

Growing by over 30 percent-- to 92,773 jobs since the height of the COVID-19 economic crisis in 2020–clean energy jobs in Pennsylvania have proved their resilience. Increased investment in the clean energy sector can support the continued trajectory of this job market lifting up Pennsylvania’s communities.

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30 Major Climate Initiatives Under Biden

Legal Planet

Biden signs Inflation Reduction Act , which provides at least $369 billion in funding for clean energy and climate, leading many to hail the law as “the largest investment in clean energy and climate action ever.” April 21, 2023. 2, 2023. March 31, 2023. Energy Sector Emissions May 11, 2021.

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Air & Waste Management Assn. Annual Symposium To Focus On Electric Power Transformation - Energy, Environment, Policy & Technology Sept. 26-27 In Pittsburgh

PA Environment Daily

The Air & Waste Management Association will hold its 15th annual Symposium on Electric Power Transformation - Energy, Environment, Policy, Technology September 26-27 in Pittsburgh. Visit the Pittsburgh-based Air & Waste Management Association website for more information on programs, initiatives and other upcoming events.

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Sen. Comitta Calls For Hearings On The Failure Of Pennsylvania To Invest In Clean Energy Infrastructure

PA Environment Daily

Carolyn Comitta (D-Chester), Minority Chair of the Senate Environmental Committee, called for hearings on the failure of the Commonwealth to invest in the state's clean energy infrastructure. Pennsylvania is a net energy exporter. PJM reminded us that we have 140 percent of the energy we need to power Pennsylvania.

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Solar Panels may be Hazardous Waste No More

Greenbuilding Law

Solar panels provide clean energy from the sun, and their prevalence as an energy source has been growing dramatically. However, like any energy source, there are unintended consequences like waste that needs to be safely disposed of when solar panels reach their end of life. By 2050, the U.S. By 2050, the U.S.

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