PA Environment Daily

MAY 25, 2023

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

Natural Gas 111

Natural Gas Air Pollution Politics Carbon Dioxide 111

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

In June, the Committee was scheduled to consider House Bill 1215 (Vitali-D-Delaware) that would have required hydrogen producing companies to sequester a larger portion of carbon emissions to receive a state tax credit under state Act 108, but the Committee passed over the bill. Read more here.

Recycling 78

Recycling Natural Gas Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels 78

Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 7, 2021

If the government of Ontario hoped that abolishing the Environment Commissioner, and transferring the position’s responsibilities to the Auditor General would free it from accountability on climate change, wilderness conservation, pollution and species at risk protection, it must surely be disappointed. .

Government 98

Government Carbon Emissions Climate Change Environmental Protection 98

Enviromental Defense

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Even if it were possible, simply eliminating carbon emissions from fossil fuel production would not address the myriad impacts of fossil fuel production faced primarily by Indigenous and front-line communities. However, carbon offsets don’t actually decrease emissions. We need to be doing both.

Fossil Fuels 104

Fossil Fuels Carbon Dioxide Renewable Energy Carbon Emissions 104

Enviromental Defense

AUGUST 30, 2021

Even if it were possible, simply eliminating carbon emissions from fossil fuel production would not address the myriad impacts of fossil fuel production faced primarily by Indigenous and front-line communities. Carbon capture and release: a license to pollute . Hydrogen: Natural Gas Industry’s Hail Mary Pass.

Fossil Fuels 98

Fossil Fuels Carbon Dioxide Carbon Emissions Technology 98

Circle of Blue

JUNE 6, 2022

More coal and natural gas will certainly increase greenhouse gas emissions from the power sector. Kelly Sanders of the University of Southern California says the magnitude of a carbon emissions increase due to drought is difficult to calculate, owing to the complexity of electricity supply and demand.

Electricity 338

Electricity Fossil Fuels Carbon Emissions Wind Power 338

PA Environment Daily

JULY 20, 2021

Of Agriculture: Secretary To Tour Urban Gardens Building Resilient Communities -- Ag Progress Days: Exhibits Focus On Animal, Plant Diseases, Invasive Pests [Aug. Of Agriculture: Secretary To Tour Urban Gardens Building Resilient Communities -- Ag Progress Days: Exhibits Focus On Animal, Plant Diseases, Invasive Pests [Aug.

Fossil Fuels 59

Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Conservation Carbon Emissions 59

Enviromental Defense

MARCH 22, 2022

Wind and solar are now the cheapest forms of new power generation in most of the world, and are coming at very low costs here in Canada too , out-competing natural gas. Efficiency programs are the best and cheapest way to reduce carbon emissions because they both lower energy costs and carbon emissions.

Solar Power 110

Solar Power Wind Power Renewable Energy Electricity 110

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

29; No Information Yet On Whether Oil & Gas Development Health Risks Will Be Included Health Department Distributing Free Potassium Iodide Tablets To Pennsylvanians Near State’s Four Active Nuclear Power Plants Sept. 27 Western PA Conservancy Webinar: Benefits Of Water-Thirsty Trees Sept. 30 Manada Conservancy Hosts Sept.

Conservation 52

Conservation Nuclear Power Waste Pollution Control 52

PA Environment Daily

JULY 10, 2022

Wolf Now Has To Decide To Hold Oil & Gas Drillers Accountable, Or Create A $5.1

Carbon Dioxide 40

Carbon Dioxide Conservation Carbon Emissions Natural Gas 40

Cresforum

OCTOBER 28, 2021

CRES Forum continues to focus on three guiding principles for judging climate policy from a conservative perspective: cut energy prices, not energy choices; export American innovation, not American jobs; reduce global emissions, not America’s economy,” Hernick said in his prepared remarks. and around the world.”. Not fossil fuels.

Fossil Fuels 57

Fossil Fuels Greenhouse Natural Gas Climate Change 57

PA Environment Daily

JULY 22, 2021

It is caused by human activity and carbon emissions. Meanwhile, over the past decade, more than a dozen coal-fired power plants have closed in Pennsylvania, due to the shifting economics of energy, and a rapid movement to less expensive natural gas generation,” said Sen. A climate crisis is happening before our eyes.

Clean Energy 40

Clean Energy Carbon Emissions Greenhouse Natural Gas 40

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 4, 2021

With transportation accounting for more than half of all carbon emissions, each of the six Exelon utilities has taken steps to support electric vehicle adoption in their jurisdictions. 29 [PaEN] -- Pennsylvania Conservative Energy Forum Launches New Website [Posted: August 4, 2021] PA Environment Digest

Climate Change 59

Climate Change 2030 Electricity 2005 59

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 2, 2022

Thank you for this opportunity to discuss the budget for the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). Never has DCNR’s mission to conserve and sustain Pennsylvania’s natural resources for present and future generations’ use and enjoyment been more important.

Natural Resources 52

Natural Resources Conservation 2022 Carbon Emissions 52

E2 Law Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2021

The Council also established and consulted with sector-specific advisory panels and working groups to address carbon emissions in areas such as transportation, solid waste, and energy generation. The CLCPA established the Council, a 22-member committee tasked with determining how to meet these statutory goals.

Regulations 52

Regulations Clean Energy 2030 Climate Change 52

A Greener Life

JULY 9, 2021

The National Development and Reform Commission’s Department of Resource Conservation and Environmental Protection said in a statement that energy intensity increased 9.5% Yang Fuqiang thinks it is unreasonable to make energy-producing provinces such as Inner Mongolia solely responsible for cutting carbon emissions.

Renewable Energy 85

Renewable Energy Government 2015 2019 85

Corp Watch

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In a landmark ruling in 2021, a Dutch court ordered Shell to reduce its carbon emissions by 45 percent by 2030. Shell is the major operator of the Athabasca Oil Sands project in Alberta, whose waste ponds are some of the biggest human-made structures on Earth.

Fossil Fuels 52

Fossil Fuels 2019 2008 2015 52

Law Columbia

OCTOBER 23, 2012

“By just about any measure, RGGI has been a success,” said Jared Snyder, Assistant Commissioner for Air Resources, Climate Change and Energy, New York Department of Environmental Conservation. Since its inception three years ago, greenhouse gas emissions from the electricity sector are down 30%.

Climate Change 40

Climate Change Greenhouse Electricity Natural Gas 40

Union of Concerned Scientists

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Acknowledging that the United States is a leading contributor to carbon emissions, the Biden administration has committed to cutting US emissions 50 to 52 percent below 2005 levels by 2030.

Electricity 351

Electricity Fossil Fuels Solar Power 2030 351

Enviromental Defense

MAY 18, 2021

The decision to ditch coal was the biggest single action of its time to cut carbon emissions in North America. But what you probably haven’t heard is that our grid is getting dirtier again, with fossil fuels increasing in our electricity supply from burning natural gas. Ontario Energy Output by Fuel Type: 2020 .

Electricity 52

Electricity Natural Gas Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy 52

Law Columbia

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) authorization of the export of natural gas from Dominion Cove Point LNG, LP’s (Dominion’s ) facility in Maryland. Opponents of EPA Carbon Standards for New Coal-Fired Power Plants Filed Initial Briefs. Circuit to Expedite Consideration of Challenge to Natural Gas Pipeline.

2016 40

2016 Climate Change Fossil Fuels Greenhouse 40

Environmental Science

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Acidification : Reducing the pH rating of a substance making it more acidic in nature, for example, increased carbon emissions lead to the oceans absorbing more of it, increasing acidification and damaging ecology such as coral bleaching.

Government 52

Government Law Waste Clean Air Act 52

Environmental Progress

JULY 6, 2020

Conservation biologists Robert H. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) says 6 percent of species are critically endangered, 9 percent are endangered, and 12 percent are vulnerable to becoming endangered. Claims that the extinction rate is accelerating and that “half a million terrestrial species.

Climate Change 145

Climate Change Fossil Fuels 2020 2019 145

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 18, 2023

Steel Is Progressing Toward Greenhouse Gas Emissions Goals [ 2022 ESG Report ] -- Pittsburgh Business Times: Carnegie Mellon ($3.1 And Pennzoil Company In Elk County [PaEN] -- Casey, Fetterman Announce $5.5 And Pennzoil Company In Elk County [PaEN] -- Casey, Fetterman Announce $5.5 million), Thar Energy ($2.2 23 to Oct.

Conservation 110

Conservation Natural Gas Electricity Recycling 110

Environmental Progress

APRIL 20, 2021

During the four days of emergency operations during the cold snap, from early February 15th to midnight February 18th, output levels of nuclear, natural gas, coal, and wind to the grid were 79.3 For natural gas it was 40%, or 46% based on winter adequacy expectations. percent, 47.4 percent, 51.5 percent, and 13.7

2021 113

2021 Renewable Energy Electricity Natural Gas 113

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. GW Of Clean Energy In PA, 4 Other PJM States Saving $1 Billion A Year [PPL included] -- Penn State Hosts Feb. GW Of Clean Energy In PA, 4 Other PJM States Saving $1 Billion A Year [PPL included] -- Penn State Hosts Feb.

Natural Gas 99

Natural Gas Politics 2024 Carbon Emissions 99

Law Columbia

JULY 6, 2017

Although the court said the plaintiffs had put forward compelling arguments against the solar arrays, the court noted that the Township had weighed the “need for energy independence and the reduction of carbon emissions as legitimate objectives of zoning.” filed June 15, 2017).

2017 40

2017 Clean Air Act Climate Change Renewable Energy 40

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 13, 2021

The Bipartisan Infrastructure Deal addresses clean energy infrastructure, carbon emissions reduction, resilience to climate crises, and environmental justice in many aspects of the deal. So how can we expect the deal to advance clean energy, mitigate climate change, and address environmental injustice? An additional $2.5

Clean Energy 52

Clean Energy Climate Change Electricity Carbon Emissions 52

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 2, 2023

. -- October 2 PA Environment Digest Now Available [PaEN] -- Repsol Gas USA Issued Violation For Denying DEP Right To Document Damaged Shale Gas Well Casing During Investigation Of Uncontrolled Gas Venting In Bradford County [PaEN] -- Pennsylvania Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - Sept.

Natural Gas 110

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Carbon Emissions Conservation 110

Legal Planet

JANUARY 13, 2022

Today, the Court’s conservative Justices split the difference in two cases involving vaccine mandates, striking down OSHA’s mandate but upholding a more limited mandate for healthcare workers. Today, however, I’m going to focus instead on the conservative split and what it might mean for environmental law. Let’s hope so, anyway.

Climate Change 296

Climate Change Regulations Carbon Emissions Conservation 296

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Pursue Your Constitutional Right To A Clean Environment In Pennsylvania House next voting day Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule Senate next voting day Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule -- Click Here for Senate Agency Budget Hearing Schedule.

Fossil Fuels 110

Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Politics Carbon Emissions 110

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 1, 2022

It’s a testament to the industry’s innovative nature, dedication to continuous improvement, and collaborative approach that we are producing and transporting the energy that powers modern life while adhering to world-class standards. Natural gas generation grew rapidly, driven by the shale gas revolution and low fuel prices.”

Natural Gas 45

Natural Gas 2019 Radiation 2018 45

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 23, 2023

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Conservation 105

Conservation Earth Day Natural Gas Climate Change 105

Legal Planet

JANUARY 17, 2022

In a Friday post, I sketched some thoughts about how the Supreme Court’s vaccine mandate rulings might impact EPA’s power to control carbon emissions. The idea that agencies need especially clear authority for really important regulations is one that the Court’s conservatives invented. That brings us to the West Virginia case.

Carbon Emissions 217

Carbon Emissions Politics Regulations Fossil Fuels 217

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Science Camp; Completes Blacks Creek Maintenance Pond [PaEN] -- Brodhead Watershed Association Honors Volunteer Wendy Lichty, Dr. Matt Connell For Conservation Efforts At Sept. Matt Connell For Conservation Efforts At Sept. Matt Connell For Conservation Efforts At Sept. Decline In Energy Use; $4.6 Million In Energy Savings; 14.6%

Conservation 64

Conservation Waste Climate Change Solar Power 64

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

14 Women & Their Woods Plant Identification Workshop With Heather Houskeeper , 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. -- Delaware Highlands Conservancy: Voting Now Open For People’s Choice Awards For Photo Contest Thru Sept. 12-13 In Venango County [PaEN] -- The Derrick: Oil Region National Heritage Area To Hold Oil Heritage Energy Security Conference Oct.

Natural Gas 111

Natural Gas Conservation Carbon Emissions 2023 111

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 5, 2021

Million To Create New Delaware River Climate Corps To Train Workers For Conservation, Green Careers -- Philadelphia Water Dept. Million In Darby, Upland, Upper Providence Twps -- Western PA Conservancy Newsletter: Volunteers Plant Trees, Federal Infrastructure Law Great News, Fallingwater Winter Walks -- Dept.

Conservation 64

Conservation Carbon Emissions 2021 2022 64