PA Environment Daily

MARCH 13, 2024

On March 7, the Independent Fiscal Office issued its latest Pennsylvania Electricity update that reports the electricity grid is dependent on one fuel for 59% of the state’s electricity generation-- natural gas-- followed by nuclear power-- 31.9%, coal-- 5.4% from other sources. Read more here. Energy Information Administration.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

OCTOBER 28, 2022

At the same time, an audit of the subsidies found that purchasing energy and capacity from regional wholesale markets is cheaper than power from the OVEC plants. In addition, FirstEnergy—owner of the two uneconomic nuclear power plants H.B. But thanks to H.B.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Julia O’Brien, Lancaster Theological Seminary PA Interfaith Power & Light Religion & Environment Webinar Series: Nov. Million To Preserve 18 Farms, 1,336 Acres In 13 Counties 2024 River Of The Year Nominations Now Being Accepted Through Nov. 30; Will Schedule Additional Hearings EPA Awards Penn State Hershey Medical Center $1.19

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Natural Gas Nuclear Power Waste Conservation 89

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

In the mid 80's when drugs became a major issue, Deveney started the first utility based K-9 drug detection program, which placed dogs at two nuclear power plants, as well as other corporate facilities. Phase II is projected to be completed in summer 2024.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 9, 2023

Third Annual Breeding Bird Blitz For Conservation - Donate To Your Favorite Team By June 19 [PaEN] -- DEP/EPA AirNOW Forecasts Code ORANGE Air Quality Action Day Friday, June 9 Across PA -- TribLive: Code ORANGE Air Quality Alert Issued For Region -- PA Capital-Star - John Micek: What The Wildfires Teach Us - We Might Not Survive Our Own Climate Foolishness, (..)

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Natural Gas Nuclear Power 2026 Conservation 83

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 13, 2024

Shapiro’s plan introduces the Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standard (PRESS), which will attract federal investments in the Commonwealth and keep utility costs low in the long-term by building out the reliable, affordable fleet of power sources we will need for the decades to come. General Richard Zilmer, USMC (Ret.),

Electricity 110

Electricity Natural Gas Clean Energy Renewable Energy 110

Enviromental Defense

JULY 11, 2023

Numerous studies have shown that Ontario can meet its growing electricity demand with wind and solar, which can easily be combined with storage technologies to deliver power when needed. There really is no reason to build new gas plants or nuclear power projects when we have cleaner, cheaper, and safer alternatives.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 31, 2024

-- Feature- Remembering March 28, 1979 At The Three Mile Island Nuclear Power Plant - The Accident No One Thought Would Happen [PaEN] -- PennLive - Charles Thompson: 45 Years After Infamous Accident, Why Are They Still Cleaning Up Three Mile Island? -- PA Assn.

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Conservation Air Pollution Climate Change Renewable Energy 92

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Capacity market enhancements to the PJM Tariff aim for implementation beginning with the 2025/2026 Base Residual Auction (BRA), scheduled for June 2024. 14 Hearing On Air Quality Permit For Energy Transfer Natural Gas Liquids Marcus Hook Terminal In An EJ Area, Delaware County [PaEN] -- Better Path Coalition: Oct.

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Natural Gas Electricity Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels 78

Greenbuilding Law

APRIL 17, 2022

To accomplish this the bill advances everything from “food residuals” and organic materials diversion, a new environmental justice litmus test, a solar panel “recovery, reuse, and recycling working group,” an electric school bus mandate, recognizes “nuclear power” as a carbon free energy source, and much, much more.

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Greenbuilding Law

DECEMBER 11, 2022

To accomplish this the law advances everything from “food residuals” and organic materials diversion, a new environmental justice litmus test, a solar panel “recovery, reuse, and recycling working group,” an electric school bus mandate, recognizes “nuclear power” as a carbon free energy source, and much, much more.

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Environmental Progress

JANUARY 20, 2022

Whereas the existing criteria require that the transitional activity does not hamper the development and deployment of low-carbon alternatives (such as wind, solar or nuclear) the current proposal has no such restriction in function. The time from political permit to a working facility was 23 years. For example, the title of section 4.27

Fossil Fuels 52

Fossil Fuels Regulations Waste Technology 52

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 4, 2024

He has delivered cost-effective and data-driven solutions in government and industry sectors, including nuclear power and fossil-fuel power plants, offshore wind projects, port facilities, subsea cable transmission and hydroelectric facilities. Posted: March 4, 2024] PA Environment Digest Click Here to become a member.

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Smith Enviorment

JANUARY 22, 2023

Instead, the Utilities Commission authorized Duke Energy to take a number of near-term actions in 2023-2024 and created a process for reviewing the electric generation portfolio every two years. Duke Energy’s first carbon reduction IRP will be due in September 2023 and the NCUC will take action on that IRP in 2024.

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Law 2021 Natural Gas 2030 52

A Greener Life

MARCH 27, 2024

Nuclear power is holding fairly steady, and the only source of energy that has declined significantly is coal. Note that this is not the same as energy consumed; it’s simply the energy produced. The production of oil, methane gas (commonly called “natural” gas), and renewables is growing. are oil and gas.

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Fossil Fuels Nuclear Power 2007 Electricity 52

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 25, 2022

Here are a couple examples of recent UCS studies that have used capacity expansion models: Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits utilized the ReEDS model to evaluate several federal tax credit policies, assessing their impact on the buildout of renewable energy resources and power sector global warming emissions.

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Electricity Clean Energy Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy 248

Cresforum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The proposed rule is currently under a comment period with a deadline of February 26, 2024, and a public hearing regarding the guidance will be held on March 25, 2024. In May 2023, the company put a $900 million nuclear-powered clean hydrogen production facility on hold, awaiting clarity on the rules.

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Fossil Fuels Electricity 2028 Natural Gas 78

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 2, 2024

He became a research biologist for an Ithaca-based aquatic consulting firm and was actively involved in building an aquatic database in connection with the Limerick nuclear power facility on the Schuylkill River near Pottstown, Pennsylvania. A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at 4:00 p.m.

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Conservation Environmental Protection 2024 Natural Resources 113

Enviromental Defense

MAY 18, 2021

The rest of our power comes from a mix of nuclear power, renewables like hydro, wind and solar power, and biofuel. The reason given is that gas is needed to fill an upcoming drop in nuclear capacity. and other nuclear reactors are also scheduled for refurbishment in the 2020s. Source: IESO [link].

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Electricity Natural Gas Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy 52

A Greener Life

JUNE 18, 2021

Public support for President Putin is strong and on the current trajectory he would comfortably be re-elected in March 2024, should he wish to stand again. It also argues that the share of renewable energy in its total energy mix is over 25% because of hydro and nuclear power.

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Climate Change Politics Paris Agreement 2014 98

Greenbuilding Law

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

These prohibitions apply to Defense contracts and for the life of this funding, fiscal year 2024 only, so the FAR amendment could move forward for other agencies or it might be halted entirely. And beyond what has been enacted, there are proposals from other federal government agencies to a host of blue states and local governments (.

Greenhouse 52

Greenhouse Nuclear Power Regulations Government 52

PA Environment Daily

MAY 8, 2024

PRESS PRESS continues all of the successful elements of the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards (AEPS) while making it more inclusive—adding nuclear power, next generation technologies like fusion, and clean forms of natural gas for the first time.

Clean Energy 81

Clean Energy Air Pollution Electricity Nuclear Power 81

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 1, 2024

Of Environmental Educators Announce 2024 Award Winners Republican Rep. Email: PaEnviroDigest@gmail.com [Posted: April 1, 2024] PA Environment Digest Threads PA Environment Digest Feed PA Environment Daily Blog : Update on PA environmental issues. Click Here for a Calendar of Upcoming Events.

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Nuclear Power Conservation Air Pollution 2024 82

PA Environment Daily

MAY 5, 2024

Posted: May 5, 2024] PA Environment Digest By Council To Modernize Governance -- The Allegheny Front: New Book Takes On Radiation Dangers In Oil & Gas Industry [PaEN] -- ABC27: Environmental Advocacy Groups Rally At Capitol For Action On Gas, Oil Industry -- Sen. Visit the PA Environment Digest Calendar Of Events for more opportunities.

Conservation 74

Conservation Waste 2024 Clean Energy 74

A Greener Life

APRIL 7, 2022

The government’s cost-benefit analysis reveals that prolonging the runtime of its remaining three nuclear power plants is neither advisable technically nor in terms of security. From 2024, newly installed heating systems must be powered by at least 65% renewable energy.

Fossil Fuels 98

Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy Nuclear Power Natural Gas 98

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 8, 2023

Billion That Owns Nuclear Plants In PA -- Post-Gazette: Beaver Valley Nuclear Power Plant Part Of $3.4 Senate In 2024 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: March 8, 2023] PA Environment Digest

Natural Gas 98

Natural Gas Air Pollution Nuclear Power Solar Power 98

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 13, 2023

15] -- PA Interfaith Power & Light, Jewish Earth Alliance Aug. PaEN] -- Citizens Voice: Susquehanna Nuclear Power Plant To Test Emergency Sirens Thursday, Aug. [PaEN] -- University Of Pittsburgh School Of Public Health Will Release Results Of Shale Gas Development Health Impact Study On Aug. 17 -- PA Solar Center Hosts Aug.

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Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Climate Change Nuclear Power 71

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

.” - - Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [It’s Not A Suggestion] Senate next voting day March 18, 19, 20 -- Committee Schedule -- Senate Agency Budget Hearing Schedule. -- DEP Posted FY 2024-25 Budget Hearing Materials House next voting day March 18, 19, 20 -- Committee Schedule -- House Agency Budget Hearing Schedule TODAY’s Calendar (..)

Nuclear Power 110

Nuclear Power Natural Gas Natural Resources 2024 110

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 14, 2023

Senate next voting day October 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, Nov. 13, 14, 15, Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule House next voting day October 16, 17, 18, 30, 31, Nov. 14 Solar Eclipse -- PUC Holds ‘Be Use’ And ‘Be Utility Wise’ Events In Berks [Oct. 24] And Dauphin [Nov. Senate next voting day October 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, Nov. 13, 14, 15, Dec.

Natural Gas 102

Natural Gas 2028 Nuclear Power 2024 102

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 22, 2023

Thank you for the opportunity to present Governor Shapiro’s proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget for the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). Shapiro’s FY 2023-24 budget request. Good morning Chair Martin, Chair Hughes, Chair Yaw, Chair Comitta, and members.

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Climate Change 2004 2023 Natural Gas 83

Law Columbia

AUGUST 23, 2022

For example, the IRA extends and expands existing tax credits for renewable electricity production, and creates a new credit for electricity production at certain nuclear power plants. The methane emissions charge will start at $900 per metric ton of methane emitted in 2024 and increase to $1,200 in 2025 and $1,500 in 2026.

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Carbon Dioxide Natural Gas Regulations 2016 102

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 10, 2024

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- Awards/Recognition -- PA Parks & Forests Foundation Announces 2024 Award Winners; Honorees Celebration Set For May 14 [PaEN] -- WeConservePA Honors Steven J. Posted: March 10, 2024] PA Environment Digest

2024 72

2024 Conservation Renewable Energy Endangered Species Act 72

PA Environment Daily

MAY 3, 2024

. -- DEP Advisory: DEP’s OnBase Database Manager Will Not Be Available On Wednesday, May 8 From 5:00 p.m. Of Revenue Reports April Tax Collections Were$373.3 Million (7%) Over Their Estimates; Fiscal Year Revenues Up $739.3 Million (7%) Over Their Estimates; Fiscal Year Revenues Up $739.3

Natural Gas 98

Natural Gas 2024 Nuclear Power Conservation 98

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 5, 2024

Of Revenue Reports February Tax Collections 2.6% More Than Anticipated: Up $76.1

Nuclear Power 95

Nuclear Power Natural Gas 2024 Conservation 95

PA Environment Daily

MAY 5, 2024

1 Deadline -- Penn State Extension, PA Sea Grant Host June 7 Webinar On Aquatic Invasive Species [PaEN] -- The Nature Conservancy-PA: Return Of Bog Events; Explore TNC Preserves; Federal Funding Benefits Philly Trees; Much More!

Conservation 102

Conservation Nuclear Power 2024 Waste 102

Legal Planet

AUGUST 21, 2023

The two most popular seem to be nuclear power and carbon capture. Nuclear is endorsed by Ramaswamy, Asa Hutchinson, and Will Hurd. So far as I can tell, all of the other candidates acknowledge that the climate is changing, and none of them deny that human activities are playing a role. What about solutions?

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Nuclear Power Climate Change Renewable Energy Natural Gas 208

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Shelburne Award By Northeast Environmental Partners [Video] -- 2024 River Of The Year Nominations Now Being Accepted Through Nov. 18 Webinar Launching 9th Compendium Of Scientific, Medical Findings Demonstrating Risks, Harms Of Natural Gas Development, Infrastructure [PaEN] -- PA Interfaith Power & Light, Jewish Earth Alliance Host Oct.

Natural Gas 75

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy Conservation 75