Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 8, 2025

Electric vehicle (EV) sales are increasing , and these vehicles are important to reduce fossil fuel use and air pollution. While the bill missed the First House deadline, we hope to see it reintroduced in 2026. Increasing sales means more EVs eventually reaching their end of useful life. Why do we need EV battery recycling policy?

Recycling

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 24, 2025

On March 21, the PJM Interconnection regional electric grid operator that includes Pennsylvania announced its Reliability Resource Initiative has attracted 94 applications totaling 26.6 Of these projects, PJM said 47 involve uprates, in which existing resources are modified to generate more electricity, and 47 propose building new generation.

2026

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 25, 2025

Full commercial operations are on track for early 2026. lithium-ion battery manufacturer for electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage systems (ESS). Currently in testing, the system has already proven key benchmarks: 97% lithium recovery from produced water and 99.5% purity for battery-grade lithium carbonate. Million In Sen.

2026

PA Environment Daily

MAY 21, 2025

The Governor is calling for another $25 million allocation in his 2025-2026 budget proposal to ensure the program continues. Governor Shapiros bipartisan 2024-2025 enacted budget allocated $25 million for Solar for Schools grants, which can save our schools hundreds of thousands of dollars per year.

Electricity

PA Environment Daily

MAY 2, 2025

In addition to the RRI projects, PJM will complete processing on approximately 62,000 MW projects in 2025 and 2026. PJMs new Cycle process for projects seeking to interconnect with the system will begin in spring 2026, with a process time of one to two years. MW-Day For 2025/26 Delivery Compared To $28.92/MW-Day

Electricity

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 27, 2025

DeFrank to convene a public hearing exploring the growing impact of large-scale electric customers including data centers and other high-energy users on the states electric grid. The hearing will feature three expert panels representing electric distribution companies, large load customers, and public advocates.

Electricity

Union of Concerned Scientists

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

This experience, not far from Seattle and with ties to the information tech industry, highlights some of the issues surrounding the electric power needs of data centers. He was obviously oblivious to the fact that old-style electric heat (i.e. He assured me he hadnt: it doesnt require electricity! Modernize, or bypass, the grid?

Nuclear Power

PA Environment Daily

JULY 22, 2025

Speakers highlighted the Summit's failure to focus on clean renewable energy-- an essential part of the solution to meet rising electric grid demand and costs generated by A.I. There was also no mention of the impact on consumer electric bills. So adding more demand on the electrical system only puts increasing pressure.

Electricity

A Greener Life

FEBRUARY 15, 2025

Ukraine will strengthen its energy grid with renewables The construction of the expansion of the wind project, which, once completed, is expected to deliver clean electricity to around 900,000 households, is set to commence almost immediately as it is slated for Q1 in 2025.

Clean Energy

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

to hear why your electricity bill is so high and why it is expected to surge even higher to the tune of billions of dollars paid by everyday Pennsylvanians and their families. Learn more about who's in charge of your electricity and how we can work to make it more affordable. Join a March 4 webinar from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Electricity

PA Environment Daily

MAY 9, 2025

Related Articles: -- EPA Announces Organizational Changes, $300 Million Cut In Agency Spending -- Reuters: US EPA Plans To Reduce Staff to 1980 Levels, Dissolve Research Office -- AP: EPA Announces Broad Reorganization That Includes Shuffle Of Scientific Research -- WPost: Proposed FY 2026 Federal Budget Cuts By Agency -- Chesapeake Bay Foundation: (..)

Pollution Control

PA Environment Daily

MAY 12, 2025

On May 12, Senate and House Committees held hearings on how the rapid increase in demand for electricity to power data centers filled with computers is impacting the price and availability of electricity for ordinary people on the regional electric grid operated by the PJM Interconnection. Read more here. MW-day to $269.92/MW-day--

Electricity

PA Environment Daily

JULY 23, 2025

On July 25, Patrick Cicero, former PA Consumer Advocate and counsel to the Pennsylvania Utility Law Project and Robert Routh, PA Policy Director for the Natural Resources Defense Council will host a July 25 webinar commenting on the impact of record high prices from PJM's latest electric capacity auction starting at 11:00 a.m.

Electricity

PA Environment Daily

MAY 7, 2025

Lycoming County -- Saegers - PPL - Uprate Natural Gas - 30 MW - 2026 in service Snyder County -- Sunbury #1 - PPL - Uprate Natural Gas - 32.4 MW - 2030 in service Lackawanna County -- Lackawanna - PPL - Uprate Natural Gas - 78.6 MW - 2028 in service. MW - 2030 in service Lackawanna County -- Lackawanna - PPL - Uprate Natural Gas - 78.6

Natural Gas

PA Environment Daily

MAY 22, 2025

On May 22, the Public Utility Commission suspended proposed rate increases filed by three affiliated utilities serving residents and businesses in north-central Pennsylvania: Wellsboro Electric Company, Valley Energy [Gas] Inc. and Citizens Electric Company of Lewisburg. million (22%). to $168.97 (18.4%). to $168.97 (18.4%).

Electricity

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 7, 2025

The cryptocurrency mining facility must remove the ash pile by September 2026-- 14 months sooner than initially required. With Nuclear Energy - By Carol Browner, Fmr EPA Administrator -- Financial Times: Is Giving Old Reactors New Life The Future Of Nuclear Energy?

Waste

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 6, 2025

On March 6, the City of Reading announced it is now moving into the construction phase as part of a strategic partnership with Schneider Electric to implement a Guaranteed Energy Savings Act (GESA) project, reinforcing Reading's commitment to sustainability and energy efficiency. The completion of the project is slated for late 2026.

Renewable Energy

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The Washington & Jefferson College Center for Energy Policy and Management will host a free March 19 webina r on PJM Interconnections role as the Mid-Atlantic regional electric transmission organization in meeting increasing electric demand and ensuring reliable service while the amount of available generation capacity continues to tighten.

Electricity

PA Environment Daily

JULY 15, 2025

In partnership with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, First Energy will also expand an apprenticeship program, creating opportunities for more than 40 new hires across dozens of Pennsylvania’s counties. -- Frontier Group announced plans to invest $3.2 Data Centers; But What About ‘Ordinary People’?

Nuclear Power

A Greener Life

DECEMBER 27, 2024

The UKs Energy Secretary Ed Miliband hailed the milestone: Signing the UKs first hydrogen production contracts marks the official launch of our low-carbon hydrogen economy a key step towards energy security and a new era of clean electricity.

2026

PA Environment Daily

JULY 10, 2025

The capital improvements include things like a new well, new water storage tanks, replacing lead service lines, new water meters, electrical and other safety repairs to the systems. The company has 127 customers with an annual revenue of $52,675 in Cooperstown Boro & Jackson Twp., Venango County; Washington Twp.,

Natural Gas

Legal Planet

AUGUST 7, 2025

The Commission will then have until January 1, 2026 to designate the priority neighborhood decarbonization zones, following the criteria in SB 1221. The CPUC will be holding public forums on the Neighborhood Decarbonization Zones today (Thursday, August 7) at 2 pm and 6 pm.

2026

Union of Concerned Scientists

JUNE 27, 2025

These unexpected closures add urgency to the process of planning for an orderly transition from gasoline to renewable electricity as California’s primary transportation fuel. But by the time Valero closes the Benicia refinery in 2026, just three companies will control more than 90 percent of California’s gasoline refining capacity.

Regulations

Legal Planet

JUNE 13, 2025

In January, the Governor put out his plan for Climate Bond Implementation , which proposed that approximately 27% of total Bond funds be allocated and distributed in 2025-2026.

Clean Energy

A Greener Life

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

Engie expects the renewable energy projects to materialise in 2026, while the desalination and green hydrogen projects are forecast for 2028 and 2032, respectively. Additionally, feasibility studies will be conducted to explore the possibilities for producing green hydrogen , e-methanol, and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).

Clean Energy

PA Environment Daily

JULY 15, 2025

. -- PJM Interconnection Issues Maximum Generation Alert For July 15; Natural Gas Accounted For Most Generation Outages In June Generation Alert [PaEN] -- PJM Interconnection Opens Next Electric Capacity Auction Bidding Window Of July 9 to 15 For 2026-27 Electric Delivery; Hold Your Breath! Shapiro, DNC Chair Say Sen.

2026

PA Environment Daily

JULY 14, 2025

Shapiro Announces Investment In Pittsburgh-Based Module Design Sustainable Housing Company PJM Interconnection Opens Next Electric Capacity Auction Bidding Window Of July 9 to 15 For 2026-27 Electric Delivery; Hold Your Breath! Data Centers; But What About ‘Ordinary People’?

Natural Gas

PA Environment Daily

MAY 22, 2025

The final road restoration is expected to be completed by early 2026. Construction on the new water treatment system is expected to be completed by mid-2026, with home connections finalized soon after. Customer Charge Increase By Wellsboro Electric; 18% Gas Increase + 13.4% Thank LNG Gas Exports - By Lt.

2026

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 11, 2025

DEP approved the permit for the construction of the waterline in February 2025, and PA American expects to complete construction on schedule, by early 2026. Read more here.

Natural Gas

PA Environment Daily

JULY 30, 2025

On July 25, Patrick Cicero, former PA Consumer Advocate and counsel to the Pennsylvania Utility Law Project said one in five Pennsylvania households report difficulty paying energy bills and electric utility shutoffs are already up 38.1% Because we've not had new entry or very much new entry of electric generating facilities.

Electricity

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 24, 2025

This installation alone is expected to save Pennsylvania taxpayers more than $45,000 annually on electricity and reduce DCNRs carbon footprint by over 163 metric tons per yearequivalent to removing 38 passenger cars from the road.

Climate Change

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 13, 2025

. -- Coordination: The Board believes proper coordination among PJM, parties who establish agreements with large loads, PJM states, and impacted customers must be considered. -- Timing: Any solution should be effective in time to be implemented in the capacity auction for the 2028/2029 Delivery Year, currently scheduled for June 2026.

Electricity

PA Environment Daily

JULY 17, 2025

Data Centers Already Flocking Into Pennsylvania And Locking Up PA Power [PaEN] -- Rise Of The Machines: Senate, House Members Express Concern That Demand For Power To Run Computers Is Impacting The Price And Availability Of Electricity For ‘Ordinary People’ [5.12.25] -- US Dept. Data Centers; But What About ‘Ordinary People’?

Natural Gas

PA Environment Daily

JULY 23, 2025

At the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC), our job is to make sure that essential utility services-- electric, natural gas, water, wastewater, telecommunications, and transportation-- remain safe, reliable, and affordable for Pennsylvanians. That needs to change-- and it starts with how we think, talk about, and invest in energy.

Electricity

PA Environment Daily

JULY 10, 2025

To Host July 15 In-Person Town Hall With DEP On Energy Transfer/Sunoco Petroleum Pipeline Contamination In Bucks County [PaEN] -- The Derrick: Aqua Pennsylvania Details $5.5

Natural Gas

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 29, 2025

Of Environmental Professionals Annual Conference Sept. Million In Act 13 Shale Gas Drilling Impact Fees; $25.1 Million In Sen.

Recycling

Vermont Law

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The Benefits AI Provides to the Environment Offsets its Energy Exertion It is undisputed that AI technology has the potential to significantly sap electricity consumption and exert unprecedented levels of energy. Indeed, data centers in 2022 made up 2% of electricity demand across the globe.

Technology