PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

12 to 14 In Warren County [PaEN] -- Environmental Defense Fund, Moms Clean Air Force To Hold Public Meetings In 3 Northwest PA Counties On A Project To Test New Methods Of Locating Abandoned Conventional Oil, Gas Wells [PaEN] -- Penn State Extension Webinar On Local Comprehensive Plans In Pennsylvania Sept. 11 Webinar On $396.1

Nuclear Power 78

Nuclear Power Electricity Conservation Recycling 78

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 2, 2024

Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. 28 to Oct. 28 to Oct. 28 to Oct. 6 [PaEN] Background On Issues -- Lt. Visit the PA Environment Digest Calendar Of Events for more opportunities. Posted: June 2, 2024] PA Environment Digest

Nuclear Power 78

Nuclear Power 2024 Clean Energy Renewable Energy 78

PA Environment Daily

MAY 5, 2024

Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. Visit the PA Environment Digest Calendar Of Events for more opportunities. Posted: May 5, 2024] PA Environment Digest

Conservation 85

Conservation Waste 2024 Clean Energy 85

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 11, 2022

The burning of transportation fuels, such as gasoline and diesel, is a substantial source of air pollution. ChargEVC-PA noted the Commission has already taken some steps to promote EV adoption.

Electricity 98

Electricity Air Pollution Ozone Fossil Fuels 98

PA Environment Daily

MAY 1, 2025

The air monitoring study is set to begin today, May 1, marking the start of a multi-year air monitoring campaign designed to comprehensively assess the air emissions of gas well development from construction through production. will be monitored close to the well pad through the duration of the air monitoring project.

Natural Gas 54

Natural Gas Air Pollution Nitrogen Oxides Regulations 54

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 3, 2025

. -- Foundation For Pennsylvania Watersheds Announces $650,000 In Conservation Grants; Next Grant Round Opens In August [PaEN] -- DEP Environmental Justice: PennEnviroScreen Now Fully Integrated Within DEP Permitting Processes To Provide Enhanced Public Participation [PaEN] -- DEP To Host June 10 Informational Meeting On The Air Quality Permit To Expand (..)

Renewable Energy 54

Renewable Energy Natural Gas Air Pollution Conservation 54

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 7, 2025

After an experience dealing with air pollution issues in her own home, she has first-hand knowledge of the health impacts that pollution can have on a family and how government agencies often ignore residents in distress. She equips residents with the tools to feel empowered to fight against the fossil fuel industry.

Natural Gas 90

Natural Gas Waste 2025 2024 90

PA Environment Daily

MAY 17, 2024

PennFuture celebrated 25 years of fighting climate change and industrial pollution by holding anniversary celebrations in Pittsburgh and Philadelphia to honor seven Pennsylvanians for their contributions to restoring and protecting the environment. These breathing problems made it difficult for children to access their education fully.

Climate Change 122

Climate Change Fossil Fuels Clean Energy 2006 122

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 17, 2023

Million Pounds Of Industrial Air Pollutants Discharged In Pittsburgh Area In 2021 Came From U.S.

Natural Gas 106

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Earth Day Air Pollution 106

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 17, 2025

Our mission is to improve policy and regulations for the oversight of fossil fuel extraction and use; to educate, empower and organize coalfield citizens; and to protect public and environmental health. CCJ has over three thousand members and supporters and is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.

Natural Gas 79

Natural Gas Air Pollution Regulations Waste 79

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 12, 2024

April 17-- Senate Democratic Policy Committee hearing on the environmental and public health impacts associated with the practice of spreading oil and gas drilling waste, known as brine, on Pennsylvania's roads for dust control and ice management. Valley Township Building, 1145 W. Lincoln Highway, Coatesville, Chester County.

Fossil Fuels 97

Fossil Fuels Air Pollution Conservation Natural Resources 97

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

EIA -- Reuters: With Years Of High Natural Gas Prices Ahead, LNG Buyers Covet Long-Term Deals -- Reuters: EU Considers Push For Fossil Fuel Phasedown Ahead Of COP28 Climate Summit Other States/National/International -- U.S. EIA: Coal And Natural Gas Power Plants Will Account For 98% Of U.S.

Natural Gas 115

Natural Gas 2023 Fossil Fuels Recycling 115

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 30, 2022

He has spent his career championing environmental issues like clean air and water, advocating for a transition away from fossil fuels, and promoting clean energy solutions such as energy efficiency, wind, solar and geothermal. Being an environmental activist in a fossil fuel state is not for the faint of heart.

Fossil Fuels 52

Fossil Fuels Air Pollution Natural Gas Clean Energy 52

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Click Here for the PennEnviroScreen Tool. Read more here. House Bill 652 would give DEP the statutory authority to deny a permit application in any environmental justice area based on the “cumulative environmental impacts.”

Natural Gas 118

Natural Gas Air Pollution Waste Ozone 118

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 22, 2025

Rate Increase For Philadelphia Gas Works [PaEN] -- PennDOT Opens 3 New Electric Vehicle Charging Stations In Clearfield, Clinton, Columbia Counties -- WHYY: These Philly-Area Doulas Want Parents To Think About Their Exposures To Heat, Air Pollution, Lead, Other Toxins -- Williamsport Sun: Signs Opposing Solar-Chicken Farm In Muncy Creek Twp.

Earth Day 54

Earth Day Natural Gas Air Pollution Natural Resources 54

PA Environment Daily

MAY 5, 2023

Health Educator and Building Electrification Campaign Coordinator Linnea Bond will cover health harms from gas from extraction to use, the effect of gas on global warming, a brief history of the debate around getting rid of gas, and what we need to faze in a plan to stop using fossil fuel, both on an individual level and a city/state level.

Natural Gas 94

Natural Gas Air Pollution Fossil Fuels Electricity 94

The Energy Law

DECEMBER 20, 2023

s lawsuit “artfully pled” that it was based on a local consumer protection law, it was actually premised on the federal common law governing interstate air pollution. The companies acknowledged that Congress’ enactment of the Clean Air Act supplanted the federal common law on air pollution.

Clean Air Act 98

Clean Air Act Climate Change Law Air Pollution 98

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The Commonwealth should be engaged in a transition away from fossil fuels because of the need to address climate change," said Rep. Hohenstein. "As

Natural Gas 94

Natural Gas 2018 Air Pollution Climate Change 94

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

13, 14, 15 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events TODAY 11:00: House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee meets to consider House Bill 2075 (Knowles-R- Schuylkill) abrogating DEP’s air pollution control regulations covering heavy-duty trucks [Note: DEP already suspended enforcement of these regulations November 6 - Read more here.];

Nuclear Power 64

Nuclear Power Recycling Fossil Fuels Pollution Control 64

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 6, 2023

Operations Headquartered In Pittsburgh -- WHYY: PA Residents Receiving LIHEAP Or Weatherization Assistance Can Get Free Air Conditioners This Summer -- PUC Urges Consumers To #CheckForID When Dealing With Door-To-Door Or In-Person Energy Sales Agents -- TribLive: Allegheny County Health Dept. A hearing was held on the bill June 5.

Natural Gas 98

Natural Gas Carbon Dioxide Fossil Fuels 2023 98

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 19, 2023

Steel For Clairton Coke (Coal) Works For 2nd Quarter [PaEN] -- WESA: Allegheny County Levees $307,000 In Fines On US Steel For Clairton Coke (Coal) Works Air Pollution Violations -- TribLive: U.S. Issues $307,800 Stipulated Penalty Against U.S.

Conservation 84

Conservation Natural Gas Nuclear Power Air Pollution 84

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Folks who dealt with contaminated water and air pollution and suffered severe health consequences that they believed were a result of fracking happening near their homes.” “Now, The company has also been criminally charged with violations of the Air Pollution Control Act in Washington County. Read more here.

Natural Gas 122

Natural Gas Waste Air Pollution Environmental Protection 122

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

Yaw, Others - By Dean Marshall, Lock Haven -- PennLive Letter: The Fossil Fuel Industry Carries Too Much Weight In Pennsylvania -- Observer-Reporter Editorial: Is Shapiro’s Voluntary Agreement With CNX The Right Move For Gas Well Safety? ‘We 11; Sets Nov. 1 Utility Prices Are Changing - Natural Gas (+149% to -64.2%); Electric (+18.8%

Conservation 85

Conservation Natural Gas Electricity Recycling 85

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 2, 2023

Yaw Touts New $154 Million Agriculture Conservation Program In Lycoming County -- Registration Open!

Conservation 85

Conservation Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Earth Day 85

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 8, 2024

Allegheny County used as educational display; Frank D. Sign up for DEP’s eNOTICE service which sends you information on oil and gas and other permits submitted to DEP for review in your community. Photos: Row 1 -- Armac Resources LLC attempting again to plug an abandoned conventional well; Oil & Gas Mgmt Inc.

2024 108

2024 Natural Gas Recycling Waste 108

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 23, 2023

-- 3 Pennsylvania Schools Achieve Green Ribbon Schools Recognition From U.S.

Conservation 81

Conservation Earth Day Natural Gas Climate Change 81

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 2, 2022

The Shared Vision, released as a guide for candidates as elections for governor and the state legislature draw closer, includes recommendations on issues ranging from clean water, clean energy, labor, open space, land use, democracy, and environmental education.

Fossil Fuels 40

Fossil Fuels Clean Energy Conservation Air Pollution 40

PA Environment Daily

MAY 14, 2022

Other States/National/International -- Post-Gazette: More Research Links Air Pollution Exposure And COVID Risk -- The Guardian: ‘Everything Was Orange,’ U.S. Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park , Centre Hall, PA. to 4:00 p.m. Yet look at prices at the pump, and you’ll see why we can’t drill our way to true energy security.” -- Yahoo!News:

Natural Gas 64

Natural Gas Carbon Dioxide Nuclear Power Clean Energy 64

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 27, 2023

Fossil fuel power plant owners are facing increased accountability for their air and water pollution, including from a new round of environmental and public health protections that are being rolled out by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). We’ve heard these lazily disingenuous narratives before.

Fossil Fuels 290

Fossil Fuels Electricity 2014 Climate Change 290

PA Environment Daily

MAY 5, 2024

Muth, Environmental Advocates Join Author Justin Nobel At Capitol To Discuss Oil/Gas Industry Hazardous Waste -- Center For Coalfield Justice, Partners Host May 4 Book Signing In Washington County With Justin Nobel, Author of Petroleum 238: Big Oil's Dangerous Secret [PaEN] -- Better Path Coalition: On Demand: Brown Bag Briefing By Justin Nobel On (..)

Conservation 85

Conservation Nuclear Power Waste 2024 85

Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 13, 2024

However, the reasons why I am into air quality are a bit contradictory. On the one hand, I am fascinated by air quality because I love working with sensors and monitoring equipment. I enjoy doing outreach and education about electronics with kids. come from burning fossil fuels and pesticide use, and ultrafine particles (PM0.1)

2024 325

2024 Fossil Fuels Ozone Air Pollution 325

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 17, 2024

This scenario relies, in part, on the deployment of carbon capture and sequestration (shown as hashed bars) to eliminate global warming emissions from the remaining fossil fuel fleet, but our analysis assumes that this will not reduce the health impacts of such power plants.

2027 246

2027 Fossil Fuels Electricity Natural Gas 246

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 1, 2025

In recent years, the DOH has made progress in educating residents and health care providers on the risks of exposure to toxic emissions from shale gas development. Read more here ] These risks include explosions, air and water pollution, noise, mental health impacts, and climate-warming pollution released throughout the process.

Fossil Fuels 110

Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy 2025 Natural Gas 110

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 11, 2022

All of my children have experienced health impacts such as rashes, chronic nosebleeds and Lyme disease due to the warming of our climate from the fossil-fuel industry. But now the same oil and gas billionaires polluting our air and water are being rewarded yet again. We need better education.

Fossil Fuels 75

Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Waste Clean Energy 75

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 1, 2025

Visit DEPs Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. Visit the PA Environment Digest Calendar Of Events for more opportunities. Posted: June 1, 2025] PA Environment Digest

Clean Energy 67

Clean Energy Air Pollution Fossil Fuels 2025 67

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 23, 2023

DEP has been trying to increase the percentage of complete applications it receives by educating consultants and moving to electronic permitting systems that do not allow an applicant to advance to the next section of an application unless they provide correct responses. Read more here.

Natural Gas 98

Natural Gas Regulations Waste 2022 98

Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 17, 2022

Along with rising temperatures, drought makes vegetation and forests drier and increases the risk of fires that generate air pollution. Water education. Water education should go beyond teaching the hydrologic cycle and incorporate components of local hydrology, regulations, and laws.

Climate Change 306

Climate Change Technology Technology Fossil Fuels 306