Greenbuilding Law

JULY 16, 2023

At this time when government actions, including by the courts, around climate change represent much of the opportunities in the years ahead, including the increasing emphasis on renewable energy, the wind is key. According to the pleadings, a wind rights lease was entered into in 2010 for a 256 acre property in Hale County, Texas.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 16, 2023

24 Webinar: Reforesting Mine Lands - How The Forestry Reclamation Approach Works For Coal Communities Registration Open For Virtual Sessions! 24 Webinar: Reforesting Mine Lands - How The Forestry Reclamation Approach Works For Coal Communities Registration Open For Virtual Sessions! 18th Chesapeake Bay Watershed Forum Nov.

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Legal Planet

APRIL 18, 2024

In August, 2021, I blogged on Legal Planet about a piece in Science I had co-authored arguing for an end to prohibiting “nonuse” rights to bid on public land use. When the laws were passed almost a century ago, the goal was to put the lands to productive use as quickly as possible. The rule is controversial.

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The Energy Law Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

This blog post is the first in a series of blog posts that will discuss some of the nuances of Louisiana property law relating to solar leasing. Whether it be out of habit or comfort, when navigating solar leasing issues, the first instinct of landmen and practitioners alike may be to reach for the Louisiana Mineral Code.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 14, 2021

By Harry Campbell, Science Policy & Advocacy Director, Chesapeake Bay Foundation-PA With continuing advances in technology and declining costs, large-scale solar projects are popping up all over the Commonwealth. Most solar farm projects in Pennsylvania have been proposed for farms and forestland.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 26, 2022

Lawrence County farmer Herm Cvetan is challenging a local township ordinance that prohibits the installation of solar energy facilities on farms under the state’s Right To Farm Act (ACRE - Agriculture, Communities and Rural Environment Program). Click Here for a copy of Cvetan letter to the Office of Attorney General. Read more here.

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Acoel

JUNE 21, 2022

Less than two weeks ago, EPA released an updated version of their “RE-Powering Mapper” tool – How to Identify Sites | US EPA – EPA’s Re-Powering Mapper Tool provides information on over 190,000 contaminated lands, landfills, and mine sites that have the potential to support solar, wind, biomass, and geothermal renewable energy options.

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The Energy Law Blog

JUNE 29, 2021

Perhaps the most important right granted in a solar development agreement is the right of the solar developer to use the surface of the property to evaluate, construct, and operate the solar farm. Recently, however, in Lyle v.

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The Energy Law Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

This blog post is the first in a series of blog posts that will discuss some of the nuances of Louisiana property law relating to solar leasing. Whether it be out of habit or comfort, when navigating solar leasing issues, the first instinct of landmen and practitioners alike may be to reach for the Louisiana Mineral Code.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 3, 2022

By Ad Crable, Chesapeake Bay Journal A solar power boom generated by new renewable energy mandates is unfurling in the Chesapeake Bay region. Virginia, for example, was ninth in the nation for new solar capacity in 2021. Allowing sheep to graze among solar panels has become one attractive antidote.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

The wells included Breene-Eagle Rock #3- 1Q, 2Q, 3Q, 4Q, 5Q, 6Q, 7Q, 8Q, 9Q, 10Q, 11Q, 12Q, 20Q, 21Q, 22Q, 23Q, 25Q, 27Q, 28Q, 29Q, 30Q, 31Q, 32Q, 33Q, 34Q, 35Q, 37Q This follows inspections of nine other conventional wells on this same lease by the same operator last week that were also found to be abandoned and not plugged. Read more here.

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The Energy Law Blog

JUNE 29, 2021

Perhaps the most important right granted in a solar development agreement is the right of the solar developer to use the surface of the property to evaluate, construct, and operate the solar farm. Recently, however, in Lyle v.

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The Energy Law Blog

JUNE 29, 2021

Perhaps the most important right granted in a solar development agreement is the right of the solar developer to use the surface of the property to evaluate, construct, and operate the solar farm. Recently, however, in Lyle v.

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JANZEN AG

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

Wind power in my part of the world has become a very popular “clean” energy source for power companies. Imagine the windmills are constructed on your property and begin generating electricity creating a solid, long-term revenue stream for your farm. How long does the developer have to get the project underway?

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 3, 2022

At the December 16 meeting of the PA Grade Crude [Oil] Development Advisory Council the conventional oil and gas drilling industry pressed DEP to reduce environmental safeguards for drilling and regulate their industry the same as solar or wind energy facilities. of the draft regulation. “In

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Arnold Porter

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Investments in renewable energy and low-carbon technologies are growing at unparalleled levels globally. Investments focused on wind; solar; hydrogen; carbon capture, use and storage (CCUS); biofuels; vehicle charging; energy storage; and other technologies are enjoying tremendous growth. Local agents.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

18 Take Five Fridays With Pam From PA Parks & Forests Foundation Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults Penn State Extension Hosts Nov. Of Justice Indicts Erie Coke (Coal) And Corporate Officer For Violating Federal Clean Air Act Over 4 Years EPA To Host Dec.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 18, 2023

A proposed offshore wind procurement bill in Maine would go a long way to enable the state to meet its climate and clean energy targets and become a national leader in floating offshore wind technology. Meeting these targets would strengthen Maine’s economy by creating high-quality jobs and helping stabilize energy costs.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 10, 2023

Ironically on December 25, just two days before the Oak Springs malfunction, the Energy Transfer Revolution Cryogenic Natural Gas Processing Plant just a few miles away suffered an explosion and fire that burned for 11 hours releasing ethane and other chemicals into the air. million cubic feet of natural gas and hazardous air pollutants.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Pursue Your Constitutional Right To A Clean Environment In Pennsylvania! 20 Webinar On Solar Guidebook For PA Landowners - Leasing Property For Large-Scale Solar Development [PaEN] -- Oct. 20 Webinar On Solar Guidebook For PA Landowners - Leasing Property For Large-Scale Solar Development [PaEN] -- Oct.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 24, 2024

Here are 93 new stories in the PA Environment Digest about individuals, groups, local governments, farmers, businesses, watershed groups and many more working all across Pennsylvania to restore and protect the environment and show others the beauty that surrounds us. Abney To Introduce Gov.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 23, 2023

Are You Telling Your Story? Click Here to watch live. -- DEP Offers 10 Point Plan To Improve Permit Reviews; Climate/Energy Work Group Co-Chairs Announced; Work Group Formed To Prevent New Oil & Gas Well Abandonments [PaEN] -- DEP Projects Over $1.5 DEP 1:00 p.m. Watch live.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

An analysis by PJM found forced outages of natural gas-fired electric generation accounted for 70% of the total outages, coal 16% and the remainder were oil, nuclear, hydro, wind and solar during the winter storm. Clinton County; -- M4 Energy LLC: Triana Young Well Pad, Hector Twp., Read more here. Read more here. Read more here.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Here are 91 new stories in the PA Environment Digest about individuals, groups, local governments, farmers, businesses, watershed groups and many more working all across Pennsylvania to restore and protect the environment and show others the beauty that surrounds us.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Pursue Your Constitutional Right To A Clean Environment In Pennsylvania House next voting day Dec. 13 -- Committee Schedule Senate next voting day Dec. 13 -- Committee Schedule -- Click Here for Senate Agency Budget Hearing Schedule. Room 205 Ryan Building. Click Here to watch online. Read more here. Million In Grants?

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 19, 2024

Million In Penalties Against Shale Gas Drilling, Pipeline Companies In 2023 For Violations Dating Back To 2018 [PaEN] -- The Energy Age Blog: Shale Gas Violations Run Rampant In Pennsylvania, $2.2 Residents Fighting Back Against Proposed Olympus Energy Shale Gas Well Installations In Allegheny County -- WPXI: West Deer Twp.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 24, 2024

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- Awards/Recognition -- Master Watershed Stewards In York County Recognize Betsy Leppo, Western PA Conservancy, Gifford Pinchot State Park Staff As 2023 Outstanding Partners For Work On Vernal Pools [PaEN] -- Master Watershed Steward Robert (..)

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 15, 2022

1:00 to 2:30 p.m. -- The Hill Guest Essay: Clean Energy Can Light A New Path Forward For Former Coal Communities - U.S. 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. -- The Hill Guest Essay: Clean Energy Can Light A New Path Forward For Former Coal Communities - U.S. Million [PaEN] -- NRCS-PA: $22.5

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 8, 2023

Are You Telling Your Story?

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 5, 2024

Shapiro's New Energy/Climate Plans [PaEN] -- 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!

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 31, 2022

28 Take Five Fridays With Pam From PA Parks & Forests Foundation Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults DCNR State Parks Fall Edition Of Their Environmental Education Newsletter Now Available PA Parks & Forests Foundation Blog: What Is A Riparian Forest Buffer And Why Should You Care?

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Thank you for your leadership! -- WNEP: John Levitsky, Luzerne Conservation District, Recognized With Thomas P. 16 Kickoff Webinar [PaEN] -- Environmental Educators: Multipart Universal Design For Learning In Environmental Education Course Oct. 18 Webinar On Democracy, Voting & Climate Solutions [PaEN] -- Manada Conservancy Hosts Nov.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

16 - 22 -- PA Solar Center Sept. 22 Webinar: Solar + Storage + Micrograms = Energy Freedom [PaEN] -- Hawk Mountain Sanctuary: Fall Migration Underway; Other Upcoming Events -- Penn State’s Great Insect Fair Returns To Snider Ag Arena Sept. 16 - 22 -- PA Solar Center Sept. 16 - 22 -- PA Solar Center Sept.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 4, 2022

Click Here To View Or Print The Entire July 4 PA Environment Digest 85 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA This Week’s Examples Of Going The WRONG WAY On Environmental, Energy Issues All Articles & NewsClips In This Week’s Digest By Topic Take Action Now! State Budget Isn’t Done!

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 15, 2023

Hours From Its Revolution Natural Gas Processing Plant In Washington County [PaEN] -- Observer-Reporter: Energy Transfer Natural Gas Cryogenic Plant Resumes Partial Operations -- StateImpactPA - Reid Frazier: Energy Transfer Natural Gas Plant Explosion Under Investigation In Washington County -- FracTracker Alliance Hosts Jan.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Pursue Your Constitutional Right To A Clean Environment In Pennsylvania! Senate next voting day October 18, 23, 24, 25, Nov. 13, 14, 15, Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule House next voting day October 18, 30, 31, Nov. 1, 13, 14, 15, Dec. Senate next voting day October 18, 23, 24, 25, Nov. 13, 14, 15, Dec. 1, 13, 14, 15, Dec.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 8, 2023

18 Public Meeting On Golf Course Lease In Michaux State Forest, Franklin County -- DEP Sets Nov. 18 Public Meeting On Golf Course Lease In Michaux State Forest, Franklin County -- DEP Sets Nov. 18 Public Meeting On Golf Course Lease In Michaux State Forest, Franklin County -- DEP Sets Nov. 17 And Aquatic Invasive Species Nov.

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