Union of Concerned Scientists

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The legislation committed nearly $400 billion to support, among other things, wind and solar power, battery storage, electric vehicles, and other clean energy technologies that will make a significant dent in US heat-trapping emissions.

Carbon Emissions 294

Carbon Emissions Fossil Fuels Clean Energy 2030 294

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 17, 2023

Shapiro Provides Fresh Support To Key Changes Recommended In 2020 Grand Jury Report To Tighten Regulation Of The Natural Gas Drilling Industry To Better Protect Public Health, Environment Natural Gas Pipeline Pigging Facility Malfunction Dec. 27 Released 1.1

Natural Gas 88

Natural Gas Renewable Energy Waste Solar Power 88

PA Environment Daily

MAY 25, 2023

Oil/Natural Gas Production Other States/National/International -- WITF/NPR: The U.S.

Natural Gas 106

Natural Gas Air Pollution Politics Carbon Dioxide 106

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 20, 2023

Multiple lines of analysis make clear that regardless of how cheap wind and solar power get, without directly addressing pollution from coal and gas plants, the country’s clean energy transition will not happen fast enough. Each rule is moving independently, but they all impact power plant operations.

Clean Air Act 196

Clean Air Act Fossil Fuels Carbon Emissions Clean Energy 196

Law Columbia

APRIL 26, 2021

Wind and solar energy facilities emit no air pollution and have minimal environmental effects as compared to fossil fuel plants, but like all types of development, renewable energy projects do have impacts. However, misinformation sometimes leads those impacts to be misunderstood or exaggerated.

Renewable Energy 97

Renewable Energy Fossil Fuels Air Pollution Greenhouse 97

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Here’s why the claims are wrong: UCS has pointed out that while gas burns cleaner than coal at a power plant, it is far from a “clean” fuel because it still results in significant toxic air pollution.

Fossil Fuels 280

Fossil Fuels Carbon Dioxide Electricity Natural Gas 280

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 16, 2023

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- -- Natural Gas Pipeline Pigging Facility Malfunction Dec. 27 Released 1.1

Natural Gas 90

Natural Gas Renewable Energy Electricity Clean Energy 90

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 3, 2022

The polling also showed an appetite for increased solar deployment in the Commonwealth. 65 percent of respondents would like to see Pennsylvania produce more solar, citing reasons ranging from reduced air pollution to energy bill savings. For more information, visit the Vote Solar - Pennsylvania webpage.

Solar Power 52

Solar Power Renewable Energy 2026 Politics 52

Law Columbia

DECEMBER 22, 2023

And while the construction of wind turbines generates small amounts of greenhouse gas emissions , DOE has recognized that–like solar PV–wind energy significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution emissions in the long term.

Clean Energy 59

Clean Energy Renewable Energy Greenhouse Conservation 59

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 6, 2022

Issues $859,000 In Penalties Against U.S.

Conservation 64

Conservation Solar Power Air Pollution 2021 64

Union of Concerned Scientists

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The International Energy Agency said the world last year saw record growth in solar power, adoption of electric vehicles, and global clean energy investments that outstripped fossil investments last year by $1.74 million people die prematurely from the ambient air pollution from the burning of fossil fuels.

Fossil Fuels 340

Fossil Fuels Paris Agreement 2030 Climate Change 340

Union of Concerned Scientists

AUGUST 16, 2023

Electrification is a key strategy to reduce climate warming and local air pollution emissions from the transportation sector. Of course, battery and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (EVs) need to obtain electricity from the grid and use that electricity directly as a fuel to power their electric motors.

Electricity 200

Electricity Renewable Energy Air Pollution Solar Power 200

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Earlier this year, the MPSC approved a settlement agreement on Consumers Energy’s integrated resource plan that commits the company to retire all its remaining coal-fired power plants by 2025, construct no new fossil gas infrastructure, and build large amounts of new solar power between now and 2040.

Clean Energy 259

Clean Energy 2028 2025 Electricity 259

Enviromental Defense

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

These communities are often already exposed to lots of air pollution from things like other industries, airports, and nearby highways. Pollution control is expensive and air pollution regulations are not strict enough. Focus on increasing truly renewable, low-emission energy such as wind and solar power.

Fossil Fuels 91

Fossil Fuels Air Pollution Waste Pollution Control 91

PA Environment Daily

MAY 1, 2023

It complements Phoenix Contact’s Combined Cooling, Heating, and Power (CCHP) system, which generates about half of the facility’s electric requirements. Phoenix Contact estimates the solar power installation will reduce the company’s electricity costs by approximately $150,000 per year.

2023 100

2023 Conservation Electricity 2022 100

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. Gas plants are also big industrial facilities that create air pollution for surrounding communities. Climate change, air pollution, and environmental racism are just a few.

Electricity 52

Electricity Natural Gas Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy 52

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 19, 2022

Scranton -- Utility Dive: PJM Proposes ‘First-Ready, First-Served’ Interconnection Review Process To Clear Renewable Backlog -- WESA: PennDOT Wants To Install Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Every 50 Miles Along Interstates -- Scranton Times: Electric Vehicles Long-Term Fuel Price Hedge -- Rep.

Conservation 64

Conservation Natural Gas Electricity Recycling 64

Legal Planet

DECEMBER 9, 2021

My last post argued that EPA should immediately repeal the Obama Administration’s Clean Power Plan. It attempted to move away from fossil fuels and toward zero-carbon sources like solar power to supply electricity. Here are the options going forward for regulating existing power plants.

Clean Air Act 203

Clean Air Act Fossil Fuels Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy 203

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 6, 2023

Shapiro: Darlington Twp., Beaver County To Receive $544,700 From Norfolk Southern To Pay For Road Repairs As A Result Of The Train Derailment -- TribLive Guest Essay: Norfolk Southern Train Derailment Rattled Region 6 Months Ago, Fight For Accountability, Safer Rail Freight Continues - By Cong.

Conservation 87

Conservation Climate Change Solar Power Natural Gas 87

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 8, 2023

EIA: 'Increasing Electricity Generation From Renewable Sources Contributes To Lower Power Prices' In 2023 [PaEN] -- LancasterOnline: New Energy Co-Op Helps Make Switch To Solar Power Easier, More Affordable In Lancaster -- Nebraska Examiner: U.S.

Natural Gas 97

Natural Gas Air Pollution Nuclear Power Solar Power 97

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

-- PG - Laura Legere: Infrastructure Bill Promises ‘Unprecedented’ Funding To Clean Up PA’s Abandoned Mine Lands -- Senate, House Legislation Would Raise $350 Million A Year To Clean Up Polluted Water [PaEN] -- New Pittsburgh Energy Strategy Would Require Developers To Submit Climate, Energy-Efficiency Plans Along With Building Plans [PaEN] -- PG: (..)

Conservation 69

Conservation Solar Power Air Pollution Clean Energy 69

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

EV Charging 2.0 - By Eric Lowitt, Charge-Zero [PaEN] -- PA GreenGov Council Hosts Virtual PA Sustainability Summit Oct. 17 -- Citizens Voice: Wilkes-Barre Announces Plans For Electronics Recycling Oct. EV Charging 2.0 - By Eric Lowitt, Charge-Zero [PaEN] -- PA GreenGov Council Hosts Virtual PA Sustainability Summit Oct.

Conservation 64

Conservation Natural Gas Air Pollution Electricity 64

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Ned Ketyer, Physicians for Social Responsibility Pennsylvania -- Inquirer - Will Bunch: Democracy Dies When PA Pols Tell Their Own Voters To Drop Dead On Fracking [Proposed LNG Plant In Chester, Delaware County] -- TribLive: Penn Township Board Will Visit Proposed Hyperion [Olympus Energy] Natural Gas Compressor Site -- Liberty Twp.,

Conservation 87

Conservation Natural Gas 2024 Solar Power 87

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 12, 2023

Fiedler, Labor Leaders, Educational, Environmental Leaders Announce Bill To Create Grant Program To Invest In Solar Energy Facilities At Schools [PaEN] -- Inquirer: Solar Panels Can Cost $20,000 But Some Philly-Area Homeowners Say They’re Worth The Investment As Energy Prices Go Up [Driven By Natural Gas Price Spikes] -- LancasterOnline: New Energy (..)

Conservation 95

Conservation Endangered Species Act Natural Gas Electricity 95

PA Environment Daily

MAY 28, 2023

Vitali -- Spotlight PA: PA Limited A Board’s Power To Regulate Oil & Gas Wells, Democrats Want To Restore It -- Republican Herald Editorial: Hold Conventional Oil/Gas Industry Responsible For Capping Wells -- Conventional Oil/Gas Industry Bothered By DEP Records Showing They Receive NOVs For Abandoning An Average Of 561 Oil/Gas Wells A Year [PaEN] (..)

Natural Gas 70

Natural Gas Air Pollution Greenhouse 2023 70

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 3, 2022

Wolf To Unleash PA’s Immense Natural Gas Reserves -- WNEP: Calls For Pennsylvania To Supply More Natural Gas -- LehighValleyLive: Increasing Role For PA To Help Europe Meet Energy Needs Faces Hurdles, Critics -- PG Guest Essay: When It Comes To Natural Gas, Russia Is Putin Us On - State Treasurer Stacy Garrity [Clever Headline, But Not factual: PA (..)

Natural Gas 64

Natural Gas Recycling Conservation Solar Power 64

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 22, 2023

Budget Hearing Focuses On New Hires, Infrastructure -- DCNR Budget Testimony: Supporting PA’s Outdoor Recreation Industry, Conserving Natural Resources [PaEN] -- WEDNESDAY: DEP Declares Air Quality Action Day For Particulate Matter For Wednesday, March 22 In Liberty-Clairton, Allegheny County -- Post-Gazette: Mon Valley Air Pollution Warning Extended (..)

Nuclear Power 109

Nuclear Power Natural Gas Solar Power Air Pollution 109

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 8, 2022

It’s due to a combination of factors, including tremendous demand for clean energy from states, utilities and consumers; federal regulations to reduce toxic air pollutants; and—most important—the simple fact that renewables and natural gas are now the cheapest options to meet our electricity needs.

Clean Energy 267

Clean Energy Fossil Fuels Paris Agreement Climate Change 267

Law Columbia

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Lawsuit Filed Challenging Solar Power Facility in California. A California community services district and a neighborhood group filed a lawsuit challenging San Bernardino County authorizations for a solar power generating facility across 3,500 acres. County of Kern , No. BCV-20-100080 (Cal.

2020 40

2020 Fossil Fuels Climate Change Greenhouse 40

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 15, 2022

Natural Gas Pipelines New Life In Carbon-Free World American Rescue Plan Funding -- LancasterOnline: Lancaster County Commissioners Prioritize Environmental Cleanup, Other ‘Long-term’ Projects For American Rescue Plan Funding -- $11 Billion In Federal American Rescue Plan Funding To PA State Government, Local Governments Has Yet To Be Invested.

Natural Gas 64

Natural Gas Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels Electricity 64

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Of Environmental Professionals Award Scholarships To Isaac Nulton, Poppy Northing; Conference Starts Oct.

Conservation 64

Conservation 2021 Natural Gas Climate Change 64