PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 9, 2023

Denies Rezoning For Former Red Lion Country Club For Housing Development -- KDKA: Mosquitoes Carrying West Nile Virus Detected In 3 More Pittsburgh Neighborhoods -- DCNR Accepting Applications For Wild Resource Conservation Grants Thru Sept. Potter County To Sept. Potter County To Sept.

Conservation 78

Conservation Fossil Fuels Solar Power 2023 78

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 3, 2021

Yaw: SB 465 Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program A Win-Win For PA’s Farmers And Local Water Quality [If passed and funded] -- ReadingE: Blue Marsh Lake Algae Blooms Unlikely To Be Sole Cause Of Philadelphia-Area Water Complaints -- Register Today For Aug. 23 - Learn About How To Protect Your Land With A Conservation Easement Webinar.

Fossil Fuels 63

Fossil Fuels Conservation Waste Natural Gas 63

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 14, 2023

6:00 to 9:00 p.m. -- French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust: June 11 - French Creek Iron Tour - Cycling For Open Space. Million To Delaware Estuary Program, Including Support For Mussel Hatchery At Philadelphia's Bartram's Gardens [PaEN] -- Dept. Stroud Preserve, West Chester.

Natural Gas 96

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Earth Day Waste 96

Enviromental Defense

AUGUST 17, 2021

The demand statement focuses on upholding Indigenous rights and respecting Indigenous knowledge, bold and ambitious climate action (including phasing out fossil fuels and guaranteeing a just transition to a sustainable clean energy economy), protecting and restoring nature and establishing environmental rights in Canada.

Government 52

Government Fossil Fuels Paris Agreement 2021 52

Law Columbia

AUGUST 28, 2023

The cap-and-trade program will require emitters of greenhouse gases to purchase credits at auctions, which will generate revenue that will be invested in clean energy and disadvantaged communities. NYCI’s immediate linkage with WCI could also be seen as politically desirable. Unfortunately, no reforms of the cap have been made.

2030 52

2030 Fossil Fuels Politics Greenhouse 52

Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 16, 2023

Here’s the bottom line: Because of decades of politically motivated inaction from policymakers, especially in richer countries, and the greed of fossil fuel companies bent on extracting every last bit of profit, scientific projections show that we are currently on a trajectory to exceed 1.5˚C Even at about 1.1˚C

Fossil Fuels 272

Fossil Fuels Climate Change Clean Energy Politics 272

Union of Concerned Scientists

AUGUST 30, 2023

This political rollercoaster ride was also unfolding across last year’s Danger Season , stressing the urgency of the need to act big, and act now. The same partisan politics that delayed the IRA’s passage also carved some flaws into the bill. Then, suddenly, we learned that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) had passed the Senate.

Clean Energy 230

Clean Energy Fossil Fuels Conservation Electricity 230

Ocean Conservancy

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, fossil fuel production accounts for 35% of global greenhouse gas emissions. For the first time, Ocean Conservancy attended the annual International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Assembly to help advance a just clean-energy transition.

Clean Energy 45

Clean Energy Fossil Fuels Ocean Renewable Energy 45

Legal Planet

JUNE 4, 2021

Some events last week sent a strong signal that the tide is turning against fossil fuels. To paraphrase Churchill, this may not be beginning of the end for fossil fuels, but at least it is the end of the beginning of the campaign against them. Each of the events standing alone would have been noteworthy.

Fossil Fuels 246

Fossil Fuels Paris Agreement Climate Change Carbon Emissions 246

Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 17, 2022

As the water in hydropower reservoirs drops, hydropower production is reduced, possibly increasing energy prices, or forcing some utilities to compensate for energy demands by using more fossil fuels for power generation. Higher water and energy prices disproportionately affect low-income families.

Climate Change 253

Climate Change Technology Technology Fossil Fuels 253

Environmental Science

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

What is Conservation? We define conservation as a broad approach to preserving what is already there and the due care and attention to protecting it for the future (1). Resource conservation is the active ways in which we seek to limit the use of resources to reduce the strain put on supply. Conservation, Ethics, Philosophy.

Conservation 52

Conservation Law Natural Resources Fossil Fuels 52

Law and Environment

MAY 12, 2023

Yet because of the politics of climate change, the rule will almost certainly be subject to a similar challenge. The Social Cost of Carbon has served as a punching bag for conservatives. Emphasis added.] For more on West Virginia v. EPA , see our previous post here. EPA’s new proposed rule is different.

Greenhouse 130

Greenhouse Clean Air Act Air Pollution Natural Gas 130

Law Columbia

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Healey issued the CID in connection with an investigation into unfair or deceptive acts or practices in trade or commerce with respect to fossil fuel products and securities. Conservation Groups Asked to Intervene in Oil and Gas Trade Association’s Suit to Compel Quarterly Federal Mineral Lease Sales. 4:16 -cv-06040 (N.D.

2016 40

2016 Climate Change Fossil Fuels Greenhouse 40

Greenbuilding Law

JULY 9, 2023

Emission Sources : Anthropogenic methane emissions are widely associated with fossil fuel (natural gas, oil, and coal production and transportation), although the largest sources are agriculture (from livestock farming [. Carbon dioxide emissions, on the other hand, arise almost exclusively from burning fossil fuels.

Climate Change 52

Climate Change Carbon Dioxide Atmosphere Fossil Fuels 52

Washington Nature

APRIL 24, 2021

” — David Mendoza, Advocacy and Engagement Director for The Nature Conservancy in Washington. “ We are the home of a science-based net-zero 2050 future and clean energy and good jobs—not just for the technology elite, but for middle-class working people. And we are home of climate action.

Climate Change 98

Climate Change Air Pollution Fossil Fuels Earth Day 98

Union of Concerned Scientists

JANUARY 26, 2023

The image that comes to mind when I think of fossil fuel villains is Batman’s adversary Two-Face. To be two-faced is to be deceitful, and deception is what the fossil fuel industry executives excel in. What is ESG? ” Kentucky officials are not doing this alone, it is part of a coordinated effort.

Fossil Fuels 270

Fossil Fuels Climate Change Clean Energy Politics 270

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 30, 2024

Ohio- $3.36 -- Baker Hughes: PA Natural Gas Drilling Rigs Same As Last Week - 21; Dropped 3 Since Beginning of March -- Reuters: US Crude Oil Production Falls 6% In January Due To Severe Cold, EIA Says PA Politics - Everything Is Connected -- PennLive: PA Republican Con. National- $3.53 National- $3.53

Natural Gas 98

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 2024 Conservation 98

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 13, 2023

. -- Williamsport Sun: Ex-Employees Seek Criminal Probe Against Eureka Resources Oil/Gas Wastewater Treatment Plant In Williamsport -- Senate Environmental Committee Reports Independent Energy Information Office Bill; Democrats Attempt To Table Environmental Hearing Board Nominee [PaEN] -- PUC, DEP: PA Reached 1 Gigawatt Of Installed Solar Generation, (..)

Fossil Fuels 95

Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Clean Energy 2007 95

PA Environment Daily

JULY 29, 2021

Herrin talked at length about their “RGGI Investments Act,” which would direct proceeds from a potential cap-and-invest carbon reduction program similar to the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) into environmental justice communities, workers affected by energy transition, and Pennsylvania’s growing clean energy sector.

Climate Change 98

Climate Change Clean Energy Fossil Fuels Greenhouse 98

Environmental Progress

APRIL 20, 2021

9] That $50 billion, and future money, is money that could have gone to making the grid more resilient to extreme weather events, whether from climate change or not, but instead went into subsidizing the integration of variable renewable energy sources. We can see the same impact of variable energies in Germany.

2021 113

2021 Renewable Energy Electricity Natural Gas 113

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 28, 2023

Other States/National/International -- Bloomberg: Here’s How Much Top US Polluters Must Cut Methane Emissions To Avoid Fees -- AP: U.S. Other States/National/International -- Bloomberg: Here’s How Much Top US Polluters Must Cut Methane Emissions To Avoid Fees -- AP: U.S.

Fossil Fuels 83

Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Clean Energy Conservation 83

Enviromental Defense

MAY 31, 2022

To help voters determine which candidates would deliver the needed course correction, Environmental Defence and its allies in the Ontario Priorities Working Group asked each of the province’s major political parties whether – and how – they would deliver the rapid emissions reductions Ontario will need to head off climate catastrophe. .

Climate Change 63

Climate Change Politics 2022 2030 63

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 20, 2024

24 DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council To Feature Discussion Of Growing Outdoor Recreation For PA Report, Recommendations [PaEN] -- DEP Extends Deadline For Comments On Proposed Grant Program To Reduce Industrial Sector Greenhouse Gas Emissions To Jan. 15 Webinar Update On Large-Scale Solar; What Is Agrivoltaics?

Natural Gas 95

Natural Gas Electricity Politics Natural Resources 95

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 14, 2024

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- Awards/Recognition -- Myers Family Farm In Centre County Receives 2023 PA Leopold Conservation Award [PaEN] -- PA Dept. 16; Snowmobile/ATV Grants Feb. 18 [PaEN] -- Still Time To Register! 16; Snowmobile/ATV Grants Feb.

Natural Gas 49

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Conservation 2023 49

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 16, 2022

Key provisions include-- -- Clean Energy Investments: $30 billion for solar panels, wind turbines, batteries, geothermal plants and advanced nuclear reactors, including tax credits over 10 years. From urban cities and former fossil fuel sites to America’s abundant rural and farming communities, all stand to gain.

Law 58

Law Fossil Fuels Climate Change Clean Energy 58

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 29, 2023

26 Webinar: How Community Forests Provide Critical Environmental & Societal Services, Buffer Local Heat And Moisture Swings [PaEN] -- EPA Seeking Applications For $7 Billion In Funding To Bring Residential Solar Energy To Low-Income, Disadvantaged Communities, Deadline Sept. Of Environmental Professionals 2023 Annual Conference Sept.

Natural Gas 89

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Politics Clean Energy 89

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

17 RiverWatch Video Report -- TribLive: Westmoreland Commissions Asked To Oppose Underground Coal Mine. Shapiro Will Not Execute Any Inmates While He Is In Office, Calls For Repeal -- TribLive: Sen.

Natural Gas 105

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 2023 Clean Energy 105

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 31, 2023

8 Climate Pollution Reduction Grants Workshop, In-Person & Virtual -- Post-Gazette - Mary Ann Thomas: Want To Be A Citizen Scientist? .;

Endangered Species Act 73

Endangered Species Act Natural Gas 2024 2023 73

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 25, 2023

To Treat Mine Drainage In Schuylkill County [PaEN] -- DEP Accepting Applications For Small Business Advantage Grants For Energy Efficiency, Pollution Prevention, Natural Resource Conservation Projects -- DEP PA Clean Water Academy: Releases Training On Guiding Principles Of Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration -- Warren Times: Northwest PA Woodland Assn.

Natural Gas 78

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Recycling Conservation 78

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 13, 2023

Hosts 3 Public Meetings To Gather Input On Youghiogheny River Conservation Plan Part I - Dunbar Creek To Headwaters Aug. Hosts 3 Public Meetings To Gather Input On Youghiogheny River Conservation Plan Part I - Dunbar Creek To Headwaters Aug. Woodpeckers Sharing A Tree? Potter County To Sept. Potter County To Sept.

Fossil Fuels 69

Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Climate Change Nuclear Power 69

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 30, 2024

Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come.

Natural Gas 93

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 2011 Air Pollution 93

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 8, 2023

Tony Seiwell, Business Manager for the Laborers' District Council of Eastern PA said he believes that renewable energy jobs should be well-paid and provide great benefits to workers in this field. The legislation has strong environmental support as well, including from the Conservation Voters, Sierra Club, PennFuture and PennEnvironment.

Renewable Energy 74

Renewable Energy Nuclear Power Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 74

A Greener Life

APRIL 7, 2022

Germany is not doing all it can to cut back energy use and increase economic pressure on Russia, argues Arne Jungjohann. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has upended Germany’s energy, economic and security policies. Dependence on Russian fossil fuels. Germany is a large net importer of fuel.

Fossil Fuels 98

Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy Nuclear Power Natural Gas 98

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 6, 2022

What’s Your Community Doing?

Fossil Fuels 63

Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Politics Clean Energy 63

PA Environment Daily

MAY 17, 2022

Wolf Vows Aggressive Push To Establish A Hydrogen, Carbon Storage Hub In Western PA -- WESA: PA Vying For A Clean Hydrogen Hub, Some Worry It Still Relies On Fossil Fuels -- Pittsburgh Business Times: Wolf Announces Public-Private Partnership On Hydrogen Hub -- Gov. What’s Your Community Doing?

Fossil Fuels 63

Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Government Clean Energy 63

Legal Planet

MAY 19, 2021

The survey revealed that in the absence of federal guidance, these actors generally seized the opportunity to follow economic and social forces to move away from fossil fuels. The City of Atlanta committed to 100 percent clean energy by 2035 after its leaders concluded the state of Georgia was not meeting their policy goals.

Renewable Energy 130

Renewable Energy Fossil Fuels Paris Agreement 2016 130

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 30, 2022

House returns to session May 23, 24, 25 -- Committee Schedule Senate returns to session May 23, 24, 25 -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership: Outdoor Recreation Spending In PA Up 26% [PaEN] -- WeConservePA Urges General Assembly, Gov. SRBC Offices, Harrisburg or via Zoom.

Politics 74

Politics Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 2012 74