PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 20, 2023

On October 18, Encina Fort Union LLC withdrew its NPDES stormwater permit application for a facility that chemically recycles waste plastics after DEP cited major deficiencies in the application on July 6, 2023. Photo: Proposed Encina plastics recycling plant, Chesapeake Bay Journal.) The proposed $1.1

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

because they are not complying with the state’s electronics recycling law. ( offered for sale in Pennsylvania are required to register with the Department prior to offering those devices for sale under Section 304 of the Covered Device Recycling Act. For more information on this program, visit DEP’s Electronics Waste Recycling webpage.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The Department of Environmental Protection published a notice in the November 4 PA Bulletin inviting comments and announcing a December 7 hearing on a RACT 3 Air Quality Permit for the York County Solid Waste Authority Resource Recovery Facility. (

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 22, 2023

16 [PaEN] -- DailyLocal.com: Growing Greener Funding Will Improve Local Waters In West Chester Area -- The Progress: Clearfield Conservation District Plans 6 Projects, Cover Crop Incentive Program With Growing Greener Grant Funding -- TribLive: PA Tree Seedling Sale Underway By Game Commission -- Erie News Now: Penn State Extension To Host Feb.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The Pennsylvania Resources Council is moving its annual fundraising dinner online and embracing its mission to prevent waste and conserve Pennsylvania’s environmental resources. We thought it was important we lead by example for our vision of a Pennsylvania where nothing is wasted.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 26, 2024

Urges Insurance Companies To Use Flexibility In Premium Due Dates, Extend Grace Periods And Waive Late Fees And Penalties Eureka Resources Shuts Down Standing Stone Oil & Gas Wastewater Treatment Facility; DEP Wastewater, Waste Violations Continue From Feb. 7, 21, Oct. 12 Volunteers Needed For Sept. 23 DCNR Invests $2.1 7, 21, Oct.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

million In Pennsylvania [PaEN] -- Inquirer - Frank Kummer: $35 Million In Delaware River Watershed Conservation Projects Funded -- WHYY: Philly’s FDR Park Gets Federal Grant For Stream And Wetland Restoration -- Bay Journal - Karl Blankenship: What’s Next For The Chesapeake Bay? -- We Remember Sept. York County Receives $5.8

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 1, 2023

“Food is the largest portion of the American waste stream by weight. Composting food scraps and yard waste reduces greenhouse gas emissions and produces a valuable resource.” pounds of waste each day, and much of this waste can be recycled in some fashion, including composting,” said Spielman. “PRC

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 15, 2023

While not required, residents and businesses are encouraged to voluntarily conserve water by reducing their nonessential water use. Water conservation, always a good practice, is especially helpful now as it'll lessen potential future impacts on water supplies if rainfall continues to be scant this summer.” see the DEP Drought webpage.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 15, 2023

Toss a bottle into a recycling bin in western Pennsylvania and send that bottle on a journey that can result in a new amber, green or clear bottle on a store shelf in 30 days or less. Thanks to the region’s robust glass manufacturing, processing and recycling industry, the entire process never even needs to cross state lines.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

On October 1, the Pennsylvania Resources Council will host its final hard-to-recycle collection event of the season, providing area residents with one final opportunity to conveniently dispose of numerous items not suitable for curbside recycling. to 1:00 p.m. 17 [PaEN] [Posted: September 13, 2022] PA Environment Digest

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 17, 2024

As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people.” -- Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [It’s Not A Suggestion] Click Here To View Or Print The Entire June 17 PA Environment Digest 98 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA Weekly List Of PA (..)

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 28, 2023

Along those lines, it adopts a systems approach in tackling the climate crisis by investing in and expanding a vast set of interconnected programs that includes supporting improved agricultural practices on crop and livestock operations, expanding renewable energy use on farms across the nation, and helping to curb food waste.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Click Here To View Or Print The Entire November 20 PA Environment Digest 75 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA Weekly List Of PA Environment & Energy Articles & NewsClips By Topic Shapiro Administration Now Accepting Nominations For 2024 Governor's Award For Environmental Excellence State Dept.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Of Conservation Districts Recognizes Brian Sneeringer From Adams Conservation District [PaEN] -- Gov. -- Environmental Hearing Board Chief Judge & Chairman Thomas W. Renwand Retires After 27 Years Of Service; Steven Beckman Named Chief Judge; Sarah Clark Added To Board [PaEN] -- National Assn.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Click Here To View Or Print The Entire October 23 PA Environment Digest 78 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA Weekly List Of PA Environment & Energy Articles & NewsClips By Topic Gov. Shapiro Announces Investment Of $175.7 Million In Projects To Improve Water Quality In Chesapeake Bay Watershed; $5.6

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

This PRC household chemical collection held in partnership with the Beaver County Department of Sustainability and Waste Management will take place on Saturday, October 14, from 9:00 a.m. – at the Bradys Run Park Recycling Center. The certified contractor will process the hazardous wastes for proper disposal.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Throughout October, the Pennsylvania Resources Council will collect electronics for recycling on designated weekdays in Allegheny County. Through the generous support of the Allegheny County Health Department , PRC will conduct e-waste collection events on Tuesdays and Thursdays in October 2022 in North Park.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 25, 2023

With funding from the Ocean Conservancy , Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful collaborated with numerous individuals, organizations and businesses who make their home in Lake Erie, to pilot devices made to capture debris that makes its way into the water. The 2023 Pick Up Pennsylvania Initiative will be held until November 30.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 25, 2023

The certified contractor will process the hazardous wastes for proper disposal. More Events Upcoming 2023 PRC household chemical collections will take place June 17 in Fayette County; June 24 in Washington County; August 19 in Boyce Park, Allegheny County; September 9 in South Park, Allegheny County; and October 14 in Beaver County.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 30, 2023

Kate Moran Honored For Ocean Science And Planet Sustainability Leadership By Canada [PaEN] -- Warren Times: Steve Sorenson Takes Home PA Outdoor Writers Assn.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 31, 2023

Fayette County Recycling Convenience Center; and -- Washington County: June 24 from 9:00 a.m. – The certified contractor will process the hazardous wastes for proper disposal. The events will be held-- -- Fayette County: June 17 from 9:00 a.m. – According to the U.S. FM and AM 1020 KDKA. FM and AM 1020 KDKA.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 21, 2023

23 On Gridscale Solar Energy Facilities DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Hosts 2-Part Online Discussion Of Storing Carbon Below Ground-- Sept. Email: PaEnviroDigest@gmail.com [Posted: August 21, 2023] PA Environment Digest The August 21 PA Environment Digest is now available. 21; And Above Ground-- Oct.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 28, 2023

Capitol Click Here for latest PA Environmental News Like PA Environment Digest on Facebook Follow PA Environment Digest on Twitter Read Weekly PA Environment Digest [Posted: January 28, 2023] PA Environment Digest

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 5, 2024

DEP said the report did not demonstrate attainment of the site-specific Act 2 Land Recycling Standard. ( PA Bulletin, page 53 ) -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the January 6 PA Bulletin it is now accepting applications for Act 101 County Recycling Coordinator Grants. in Philadelphia. (

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 16, 2024

11-13 In State College [PaEN] -- Delaware Highlights Conservancy Now Accepting Applications For Women And Their Woods Educational Retreat Sept. Of Environmental Professionals Annual Conference Sept. 15-18 [PaEN] Programs/Information -- DCNR State Parks Environmental Education: Take A Deep Breath And Dive Into Summer!

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 8, 2024

29 Webinar On Green Infrastructure And Salty Stormwater DEP Accepting Applications For 2023 Reimbursement For Waste Host Municipality Inspectors Applications Now Being Accepted For DEP County Recycling Coordinator Grants PA Resources Council: Resolve To Waste Less In 2024, PRC Has Lots Of Tools To Help Still Time To Enter!

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 2, 2023

This year, $300,000 will be awarded to projects that address food waste prevention, reduction, and recovery across The GIANT Company’s operating area in the states of Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia. As a grocer, we are tackling the issue of food waste in our operations every day. Applications are due April 13.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 8, 2023

of Health, University Of Pittsburgh For Update On Studies Of Health Impacts Of Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities DEP Environmental Justice: State Dept. PA Trout Unlimited Additional Tools-- Click Here to sign up to receive the Weekly Digest directly by email PA Environment Digest Twitter Feed : Update on PA environmental issues.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 8, 2024

Centre County Recycling & Refuse Authority Announces Mimi Joy Cooper As Recycling Coordinator CleanWater Conservancy: Volunteers Needed For 28th Annual Watershed Cleanup Day April 20 In Centre County Allegheny County Conservation District Offering Gardeners Free Soil Lead Screening PA Resources Council Launches New What's Up Watershed?

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 1, 2023

PRC provides residents with numerous options for recycling materials not accepted in curbside pickup, and since 2003 we’ve facilitated the safe management of more than six million pounds of household chemicals,” according to PRC Executive Director Darren Spielman. The certified contractor will process the hazardous wastes for proper disposal.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Of State Election Results Website -- DEP Invites Comments On Draft 2024 Water Quality Monitoring & Assessment Report -- DEP 2024 Water Quality Report Shows 28,820 Miles Of Streams With Impaired Water Quality In PA (34%) - An Increase From 27,886 In 2022 [PaEN-10.24.23] -- Center For American Progress: LNG Natural Gas Exports Raise Natural Gas Prices (..)

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

With advice and input from local experts, Berks Nature identified 25 environmental indicators across five categories: Water, Energy, Air, Waste, and Land. Waste was a popular focus in these reflections with many vowing to reduce their waste and recycle more. Posted: November 3, 2023] PA Environment Digest

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 20, 2023

In celebration of Earth Day, Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful , whose vision is a clean and beautiful Pennsylvania, encourages residents to join the 2023 Pick Up Pennsylvania initiative. To help with the cost of trash disposal, DEP and Pennsylvania Waste Industries Association are sponsoring low or no cost disposal through April 30.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Pursue Your Constitutional Right To A Clean Environment In Pennsylvania House next voting day Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule Senate next voting day Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule Senate next voting day Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule Senate next voting day Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule Senate next voting day Dec.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 31, 2023

ReuseFest is sponsored by UPMC and UPMC Hamot in collaboration with Erie County Recycling Program and City of Erie. PRC has worked to protect resources for future generations through environmental education, recycling, waste diversion programs, anti-litter campaigns, watershed and other initiatives.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 10, 2024

Of Health Alerts Parents To Possible Lead Exposure From Children’s Painting Toy -- DEP Accepting Applications For 2023 Recycling Performance Grants Thru Dec. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come.

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