PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

Here are 50 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. 23; Transportation- Feb. 23; Transportation- Feb.

Conservation 105

Conservation Natural Gas Clean Energy Air Pollution 105

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 13, 2024

On March 7, the Independent Fiscal Office issued its latest Pennsylvania Electricity update that reports the electricity grid is dependent on one fuel for 59% of the state’s electricity generation-- natural gas-- followed by nuclear power-- 31.9%, coal-- 5.4% In 2010, the mix was 48% coal, 34% nuclear, 15% gas and 2% renewables.

Electricity 98

Electricity Natural Gas Renewable Energy Nuclear Power 98

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 2, 2023

Natural Gas Outages Of the 47,000 MW of generation outages on December 23-25, PJM now says natural gas accounted for about 63 percent, coal 28 percent, oil 4 percent, nuclear 2 percent, hydro 1 percent and “other” 1 percent, according to PJM’s latest report. Read more here. Read more here. Read more here.

Natural Gas 55

Natural Gas Electricity Fossil Fuels Regulations 55

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Here are 41 new articles by local news media and in the PA Environment Digest last week 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. Thank you for your leadership!

Conservation 63

Conservation Natural Gas Clean Energy Climate Change 63

Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 23, 2023

With the clean energy transition already under way, the US electricity mix is set to continue changing this year. Solar power is expected to make up about half of all additions of US electric generating capacity in 2023, according to data from the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). I’ll start off with the good.

Fossil Fuels 181

Fossil Fuels 2023 Clean Energy Nitrogen Oxides 181

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 2, 2022

Here are 71 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. Mann, Climate Scientist & Author, At The Water's Edge Gala On Nov.

Conservation 63

Conservation Clean Energy Natural Gas 2021 63

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Legislation like this was vetoed by Gov. Wolf in 2022. Read more here. -- Expanding Bureaucracy/Cost Of DEP Permit Reviews: Senate Bill 185 (Yaw-R-Lycoming) expanding existing permit review bureaucracy and cost by adding a third-party review of DEP permit applications.

Natural Gas 61

Natural Gas Clean Energy Conservation 2019 61

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 18, 2024

New federal renewable energy incentive programs are taking shape while local governments, businesses, farms, schools and residents are considering the vast opportunities offered by renewable energy. 1; Will It Address Natural Gas Infrastructure Vulnerabilities ?

Renewable Energy 97

Renewable Energy Natural Gas Environmental Protection Electricity 97

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 16, 2023

Climate Envoy Kerry: No Rolling Back Clean Energy Transition PA Politics - Everything Is Connected -- Inquirer: 100 Days: A Look At Shapiro’s ‘Common Ground’ Approach To Governing One Of The Nation’s Most Politically Divided States -- Post-Gazette Guest Essay: Pennsylvania’s House Takeover - A Tale Of Two Speakers - By Fmr Rep.

Natural Gas 81

Natural Gas Earth Day Politics Fossil Fuels 81

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 9, 2022

Here are 30 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. Thank you for your leadership! -- Sen.

Conservation 63

Conservation Carbon Dioxide 2025 2021 63

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 3, 2021

Here are 44 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. For Producing Energy?

Conservation 63

Conservation Natural Gas Recycling 2021 63

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- Awards/Recognition -- We Remember Sept. 28 [PaEN] Help Wanted -- Help Wanted: Armstrong Conservation District - Agricultural Technician [PaEN] Upcoming Events -- Our Pocono Waters Hosts Sept. to 3:00 p.m.

Natural Gas 75

Natural Gas Climate Change Fossil Fuels Air Pollution 75

PA Environment Daily

JULY 14, 2022

Local communities across the Commonwealth are experiencing an increase in the number of requests from businesses, organizations, landowners, and residents to install solar energy systems due to unpredictable and spiking natural gas and fossil energy costs. The webinar will be held on July 22 from Noon to 1:15 p.m.

Renewable Energy 52

Renewable Energy Natural Gas Clean Energy Climate Change 52

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Click Here To View Or Print The Entire December 27 PA Environment Digest 41 New Stories Last Week - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA 1,198 New Stories In 2021 - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA - Is Your Story Being Told? The December 27 PA Environment Digest is now available.

Clean Energy 52

Clean Energy Conservation Natural Gas 2021 52

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. Improve Energy Storage. Hydrostor energy conversation and storage centre (CNW Group/Toronto Hydro Corporation). Use Water Power Imports.

Solar Power 105

Solar Power Wind Power Renewable Energy Electricity 105

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

On September 12, former DEP Secretary Patrick McDonnell was appointed President & CEO of PennFuture , a statewide advocacy organization dedicated to protecting public health, restoring and protecting natural resources, and moving Pennsylvania toward a clean energy future.

Environmental Protection 98

Environmental Protection Climate Change Politics Renewable Energy 98

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The number of supporters on this letter demonstrates the strength and breadth of public support for eschewing the Commonwealth's dependence on fossil fuels and for prioritizing an equitable transition to an economy fueled by clean energy and energy efficiency innovation. Resource Link: -- DCED: Gov.

Fossil Fuels 64

Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy Natural Gas Climate Change 64

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. Hernick on U.S. and around the world.”.

Fossil Fuels 57

Fossil Fuels Greenhouse Natural Gas Climate Change 57

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 9, 2021

factories in a clean energy future. factories in a clean energy future. greenhouse gas emissions within the decade. Here in Pennsylvania, this transition to clean manufacturing is underway. The industrial sector is on track to become the largest source of U.S.

Greenhouse 40

Greenhouse Natural Gas Clean Energy Fossil Fuels 40

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Here are ten things to know about climate change in Pennsylvania, and tools from DEP to take action whether you’re a government official, business owner, farmer, community or environmental group, educator and students, media organization, or concerned resident. Clean energy is the fastest growing energy job sector in Pennsylvania.

Climate Change 58

Climate Change Clean Energy Carbon Dioxide Greenhouse 58

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 27, 2021

Pennsylvania farmers have been at the mercy of low commodity prices and tough markets for years,” said Darrin Youker, director of State Government Affairs for Pennsylvania Farm Bureau, which is a member of the PA Community Solar Economic Alliance. billion in economic activity in the Commonwealth-- all at no cost to taxpayers. Read more here.

Electricity 98

Electricity Climate Scientist Renewable Energy Natural Gas 98

Legal Planet

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

While cities may be the front lines of climate action, the federal government and the state of California have committed historic levels of support during the past two years. Specific programs within the IIJA will provide new funding for local governments focusing on reducing emissions from the transportation sector, including $89.9

Clean Energy 130

Clean Energy Climate Change Government Electricity 130

Law Columbia

AUGUST 22, 2022

The bill is sprawling, covering climate and energy topics as diverse as electric vehicles, building decarbonization, clean energy manufacturing and supply chains, agriculture, and greening the electricity system, all through a range of tax incentives and direct grants. Still, how does a local government tap in?

2026 117

2026 Clean Air Act Air Pollution Greenhouse 117

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 19, 2022

Here are 66 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.

Conservation 63

Conservation Natural Gas Electricity Recycling 63

CEQA Developments

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

California Clean Energy Committee v. acres of commercial use on a 775-acre portion of the West Parcel and withdraw those lands from the TPZ zone, while designating the entire East Parcel as Forest and TPZ; upon approval, real parties would sell or restrict the East Parcel for conservation purposes in perpetuity. The Litigation.

Renewable Energy 86

Renewable Energy Clean Energy Conservation 2013 86

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 7, 2023

Here’s How And Where To Find Them Other States/National/International -- Financial Times: UK Watchdog Bans Shell, Repsol And Petronas Greenwashing Ads On Environmental Benefits Of Their Products [Shell & Repsol Operate In PA] -- Bloomberg: Chevron Says Natural Gas More Than Just A Transitional Fuel -- U.S.

Natural Gas 94

Natural Gas 2011 Conservation Clean Energy 94

Law Columbia

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

In a separate but similar Ninth Circuit appeal, the federal government filed a brief on October 18 urging the court to overturn a district court decision vacating the listing of a ringed seal subspecies as threatened based on climate change threats through the end of the century. opening briefs Oct. Groups Asked D.C.

2016 40

2016 Climate Change Fossil Fuels Greenhouse 40

Enviromental Defense

MAY 18, 2021

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. TAKE ACTION : Tell Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) that you support the phase-out of polluting gas powered electricity by 2030.

Electricity 52

Electricity Natural Gas Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy 52

Ocean Conservancy

JUNE 29, 2021

Burning oil, coal and natural gas is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions globally, responsible for 75% of global emissions. Thanks for signing up for Ocean Conservancy emails. A subsidy occurs when the government assumes some of the cost for an industry. But did you know that they share a common cause?

Fossil Fuels 81

Fossil Fuels Ocean Greenhouse Natural Gas 81

Smith Enviorment

JANUARY 22, 2023

T he law does not apply to EGUs operated by local government utilities; electric membership co-ops; industrial facilities; or other institutions since the Utilities Commission doesn’t regulate those facilities. All four Duke Energy carbon plans proposed to add natural gas generation for an extended period of time.

Law 52

Law 2021 Natural Gas 2030 52

Ocean Conservancy

JUNE 29, 2021

Burning oil, coal and natural gas is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions globally, responsible for 75% of global emissions. A subsidy occurs when the government assumes some of the cost for an industry. The post Put an End to Fossil Fuel Subsidies appeared first on Ocean Conservancy. Fossil fuels.

Fossil Fuels 52

Fossil Fuels Ocean Greenhouse Natural Gas 52

PA Environment Daily

JULY 9, 2023

Here are 75 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. 21 [PaEN] -- Dept.

Conservation 89

Conservation Natural Gas Renewable Energy Recycling 89

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Here are 69 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. 15 To Celebrate America Recycles Day [PaEN] -- CleanScapes Hosts Nov.

Conservation 98

Conservation Natural Gas Recycling 2024 98

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 13, 2021

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

Clean Energy 52

Clean Energy Climate Change Electricity Carbon Emissions 52

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 19, 2023

Here are 74 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.

Conservation 96

Conservation Natural Gas Nuclear Power Air Pollution 96

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 6, 2023

Here are 97 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. Shapiro With Former Sen. Shapiro: Darlington Twp., Chris Deluzio -- Aug.

Conservation 89

Conservation Climate Change Solar Power Natural Gas 89

PA Environment Daily

JULY 16, 2023

Here are 97 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. Potter County -- DEP Blog: Do You Know What’s Below?

Conservation 82

Conservation Air Pollution Natural Gas Clean Energy 82