Union of Concerned Scientists

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

However, the “actions”—given euphemistic titles like “protect consumer choice”—actually aim to roll back science-based environmental protections in order to maximize already massive profits. Reverse protections for public land and health. Muzzle environmental reviews.

Fossil Fuels

National Law Center

JULY 21, 2025

The noncontiguous state exemption is permitted until December 31, 2028, but per the legislation, may not be renewed beyond that date. Beginning in fiscal year 2028, if a state’s payment error rate is less than 6 percent, then the state will pay 0 percent, and the Federal government will pay 100 percent of the costs of benefits.

2013

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 1, 2022

DTE’s goal is to reach “net-zero” emissions by 2050 while reducing its carbon emissions from 2005 levels 65 percent by 2028, 85 percent by 2035, and 90 percent by 2040. DTE asserts that it needs Belle River to achieve the partial retirement of Monroe in 2028. What’s in DTE’s proposed plan?

Clean Energy

Circle of Blue

JANUARY 15, 2025

Environmental Protection Agency released its first draft assessment of PFAS in biosolids, finding health risks for people living on or near areas where biosolids are land applied or deposited in an unlined landfill. Pathogens are also regulated for Class A biosolids, like Milorganite.) Yesterday, the U.S.

Regulations

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Carolyn Comitta (D-Chester), Minority Chair Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee, announced new regulations enhancing pipeline safety and governing hazardous liquids pipelines owned by public utilities in Pennsylvania are expected to be published as final this month and take effect in November.

Regulations

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 29, 2024

PA Bulletin, page 1717 ) -- The Department of Environmental Protection published notice in the March 30 PA Bulletin it has issued a revised Air Quality RACT 2 permit for the Keystone-Conemaugh Projects, LLC Keystone Station Power Plant in Plumcreek Twp., Lehigh County. ( Lehigh County. (

2028

Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 25, 2024

Department of the Treasury is hosting a public hearing on the December 2023 proposed regulations governing implementation of the Section 45V Credit for Production of Clean Hydrogen. The proposed regulations clearly adhere to that framework, fully comporting with a plain reading of the text. From March 25 to March 27, 2024, the U.S.

Clean Energy

Union of Concerned Scientists

JANUARY 30, 2024

Gas prices: Without a cap, the flood of bio-based diesel into California will continue, requiring a rapid increase in stringency to stabilize LCFS credit markets, sending 2030 stringency from the 30 percent proposed in the regulation to 34.5 The lower stringency results in lower costs and reduced economic impact of the regulation.

Biofuels

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

You’ll also get notice of new technical guidance documents and regulations. Act 14 Notices To Municipalities Many communities and citizens are not aware that a state law passed in 1984 gives them the first chance to comment on Department of Environmental Protection permit applications even before they are submitted to the agency.

Natural Gas

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 25, 2023

Environmental Protection Agency announced it has issued six proposed determinations to deny facilities’ requests to continue disposing of coal combustion residuals (CCR or coal ash) into unlined surface impoundments. The 1,872 MW Conemaugh station is a coal-fired power plant is due to be retired in 2028. On January 25, the U.S.

2028

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

A September 4, 2024 inspection report notes DEP received a response from the well owner to a violation issued on August 13, 2024 for failure to notify DEP of the pressure issue as required by regulations, however, the response was not available online. Read more here. 31 to Sept. Jennifer Wilcox Recognized On The Grist 50 List [PaEN] -- Sen.

2024

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

James Struzzi (R-Indiana) introduced House Bill 2573 establishing an Independent Energy Office headed by a new Energy Advocate with the authority to veto any regulation, policy or action of any state agency that “may harm energy reliability and affordability.” Read more here. Read more here. Are We Going To Have Enough Gas?

Natural Gas

PA Environment Daily

MAY 15, 2024

Pennsylvanians have a constitutional right to clean air and pure water – that’s why my Administration secured this record-breaking agreement with Shell to hold them accountable for violating the laws and regulations that protect our environment,” said Gov. Josh Shapiro.

2023

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 11, 2024

Since then, however, the gas industry—much like the oil industry—has cribbed heavily from the tobacco industry’s playbook to block government regulation by manufacturing doubt about the reality and seriousness of its “NOx problem.” There is no EPA standard for indoor air.) The blowback, mainly from Republicans on Capitol Hill, was immediate.

2013

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Part 7: Speak Up -- PA Resources Council: Registration Open For Weekday Electronics Waste Collection In Allegheny County [PaEN] -- EPA And Lincoln University Expand Partnership To Include Department Of Environmental Protection [PaEN] -- PUC Approves 5.6%

Natural Gas

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 20, 2022

Environmental Protection Agency. In March 2019, the Department of Environmental Protection reached a settlement with Diversified Energy and Alliance Petroleum to hopefully ensure the plugging of over 1,400 conventional oil and gas wells. Read more here. Read more here. On July 18, Gov. It is now Act 96. Read more here.

Law

ESA

MARCH 20, 2023

EPA The Biden administration proposes $12 billion for the Environmental Protection Agency, around a 19% increase over FY 2023 levels. billion for environmental justice. Visit this page on ESA’s website for updates on opportunities from the Federal Register , including upcoming meetings and regulations open for public comment.

2023

Union of Concerned Scientists

AUGUST 8, 2025

Congress and the Trump administration are trying to address rising imports with preferences for North American fuels and feedstocks in tax policy and penalties for imports in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed standards for 2026 and 2027 under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS).

Biofuels

Circle of Blue

MARCH 13, 2023

Environmental Protection Agency in President Biden’s fiscal year 2024 budget. Units that intend to shut down by 2028 would be exempt from the new rules. On the Radar Waiting on PFAS Rules The EPA’s draft regulations for the chemicals PFOA and PFOS in drinking water have cleared a final procedural hurdle.

Clean Water Act

ESA

MAY 6, 2021

National Wildlife Federation CEO Collin O’Mara said it “rightly focuses on collaboration and restoration to achieve the goal of 30×30, rather than regulation and designations. The full Senate narrowly voted to confirm Janet McCabe as the deputy administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.

2021

PA Environment Daily

MAY 8, 2025

MW - 2028 in service. Yaw Senate Bill 349 To Encourage Responsible Solar Development, Protect Landowners Approved By Senate 49 to 1 [Sen. MW - 2030 in service Lackawanna County -- Lackawanna - PPL - Uprate Natural Gas - 78.6 MW Click Here for a copy of the 51 projects and other background on the process.

Electricity