PA Environment Daily

JULY 31, 2021

11 Reuse Fest In Erie Providing Opportunity For Public To Donate Items For Reuse By Local Nonprofits [PaEN] -- Bloomberg Law Guest Essay: Legal Gaps Leave Fracking A Radioactive Mess -- AP: Forgotten Oil & Gas Wells Linger, Leaking Toxic Chemicals [PA Included] -- Seneca Resources And U.S.

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Natural Gas Electricity Clean Energy Politics 59

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. And just as suddenly, on August 16, 2022, the bill became law: the largest-ever one-time federal investment in climate action that humanity has ever seen. It was simply awesome.

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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.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

In between, Bonomo has had a front row seat to some of the most important conservation developments of the last four decades, working at the national level and in 24 states and U.S. Schweiger, nationally renowned climate activist and past president of National Wildlife Federation, Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and PennFuture.

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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.

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Clean Energy Law

JANUARY 13, 2020

CARB conservatively estimated that the new LCFS credit cap would result in US$2.9 Although drivers historically have been unaware of how the LCFS increases gasoline prices, their familiarity with the program could change if credit prices in the bilateral market were to spike — potentially making the LCFS program politically untenable.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 17, 2022

This requires accelerating the energy transition to clean and renewable sources in a way that is equitable. An equitable energy transition must expand access to clean energy technologies and expand decision-making to include environmental justice and communities that rely on fossil fuels while phasing out coal and gas plants.

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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. For more on West Virginia v. EPA , see our previous post here. EPA’s new proposed rule is different. This could affect the standing analysis.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 4, 2023

Area Saturday In Bucks County -- City & State PA: Norfolk Southern Spent Millions On Lobbying And Political Donations In Harrisburg/Washington, D.C., Will It Pay Off? LNG Natural Gas Exports Back On Rising Track, Reached Record In March -- Reuters: U.S., Of Revenue Reports March State Revenues $499.4

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Legal Planet

JUNE 4, 2021

The corporate insurgents were seeking a sharp shift in corporate strategy, embracing clean energy rather than defining itself in terms of fossil fuels. Some other encouraging news stories: Indiana, a deeply conservative state with significant coal mines, now has more solar generators requesting to connect with the grid than California.

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Law Columbia

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Each month, Arnold & Porter and the Sabin Center for Climate Change Law collect and summarize developments in climate-related litigation, which we also add to our U.S. The court rejected Exxon’s argument that it could withhold documents based on an accountant-client privilege under Texas law. and non-U.S. Avista Corp.

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Washington Nature

APRIL 24, 2021

Once signed into law, Washington will have a firm statewide cap on climate pollution, covering 75% of the greenhouse gas emissions for the state. ” — David Mendoza, Advocacy and Engagement Director for The Nature Conservancy in Washington. “ Support for this historic policy is broad and diverse.

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Greenbuilding Law

JULY 9, 2023

Implementing strategies to minimize these leaks not only helps combat climate change but also conserves valuable energy resources.

Climate Change 52

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Circle of Blue

OCTOBER 28, 2021

The second-most expensive campaign in Maine history is a debate over energy infrastructure. New England Clean Energy Connect, a 145-mile-long transmission line will cut through the commercial timberlands of western Maine. Lobbying campaigns are being funded largely by rival energy groups.

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2021 Clean Energy Carbon Dioxide Electricity 317

PA Environment Daily

MAY 15, 2022

Can Take To Meet Climate Goals -- May 18 Webinar: Learn More About Funding The Growing Greener Program For The Next Generation [PaEN] -- EPA Announces 2022 State Water Revolving Fund Grants Funded By Bipartisan Infrastructure Law; PA Share Is $240.1 Million [PaEN] -- NRCS-PA: $22.5

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 11, 2024

Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. National- $3.62

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Natural Gas Carbon Dioxide Clean Energy Politics 94

Union of Concerned Scientists

JANUARY 26, 2023

Treasurer Ball has wasted no time in implementing SB205 to push forward this fossil-funded agenda and has named 11 financial institutions that could be subject to divestment for engaging in so-called “energy boycotts.” I know we can agree that we don’t want political grabs for power to fall on us taxpayers.

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Fossil Fuels Climate Change Clean Energy Politics 289

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.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 16, 2022

On August 16, President Biden signed the new federal climate, energy and healthcare bill into law making the largest federal investment-- $375 billion-- in climate change fighting strategies, including investments in renewable energy production, tax rebates for consumers for energy efficiency and electric vehicles and more.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

House next voting day March 18, 19, 20 -- Committee Schedule -- House Agency Budget Hearing Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events TODAY 11:00: PA Utility Law Project, Public Citizen Webinar Exploring The Impact Of LNG Natural Gas Exports On PA Families. 28-29 In State College -- Delaware RiverKeeper Feb.

Natural Gas 80

Natural Gas Politics 2024 Carbon Emissions 80

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 23, 2024

DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council meeting. Zoning Board Approves Solar Energy Facility In Luzerne County -- USDA Rural Development Invests $5.2 Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. WEDNESDAY 1:00: Agenda Posted.

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Natural Resources Politics 2024 Conservation 90

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 16, 2023

2, 3, 4 [Unless Sooner Recalled] -- Committee Schedule House next voting day September 26, 27; October 2, 3, 4, 16 [Unless Sooner Recalled] -- Committee Schedule TODAY’s Calendar Of Events TODAY 2:00: Shaping The Pennsylvania Clean Energy & Efficiency Workforce Future Webinar. 17 -- Penn State Extension: Solar Law Symposium Aug.

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Natural Gas Nuclear Power Clean Energy 2002 91

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 15, 2024

Click Here for the Senate Republican reaction to Energy Plan. This plan is projected to save Pennsylvania ratepayers and Pennsylvania households more than $252 million dollars in the first five years alone, lower utility bills, and create a more reliable energy industry, create more jobs, and a cleaner air – that is a win in my book.”

Clean Energy 80

Clean Energy Renewable Energy Electricity Climate Change 80

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. .

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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 98

Natural Gas Electricity Politics Natural Resources 98

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 17, 2022

Initiatives can be used to make the will of the people law on issues that elected officials are unwilling to address,” said Sen. The ballot initiative process would propose a new law or constitutional amendments by petitions signed by five percent of the registered voters casting votes for Governor in not less than 45 counties.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 29, 2023

Route 7 In Ferrisburgh Was The Result Of Mechanical Failure Other States/National/International -- WHYY: $393 Million Settlement Reached To Clean Up PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Contamination In South Jersey -- Reuters: Jobs In US Energy Grew 3.8% Of Environmental Professionals 2023 Annual Conference Sept.

Natural Gas 93

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Politics Clean Energy 93

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 3, 2022

Tries To Be World’s Swing Crude Oil Producer, A Wiser Course Would Be To Promote Clean Energy Shift As A Security Priority [“But market insiders say shareholders may seek even higher prices before bringing new flows on-stream. What’s Your Community Doing?

Natural Gas 64

Natural Gas Politics Clean Energy Conservation 64

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 22, 2022

Wolf Highlight Upcoming Investments In Abandoned Mine Reclamation Thru Bipartisan Infrastructure Law In Luzerne County. -- Senate Committee Set To Meet Jan. Bipartisan Federal Infrastructure Law -- Sen. Casey Announces $857 Million For Upper Ohio River Navigation System From Bipartisan Infrastructure Law -- Sen.

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Law 2022 Conservation Clean Energy 64

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 13, 2023

18 Webinar On New Research On Community Exposures To Oil & Gas Development & Groundwater Contamination In Beaver, Greene & Washington Counties [PaEN] -- Lock Haven Express Letter: Who Does Senator Yaw Represent? 10 -- York Dispatch: What York County Water Quality Projects Will Receive $1.8

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Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Clean Energy 2007 98

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 81

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Recycling Conservation 81

Legal Planet

DECEMBER 18, 2023

We saw rapid implementation of landmark federal climate laws, a series of big actions on methane emissions , a deal on Colorado River water usage, and bigger-than-expected climate victories in Sacramento. Newsom recently signed a new law to improve groundwater adjudications like this one. climate movement.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

Walko [Mine Drainage Treatment, Clean Energy, Reforestation] Federal Budget Bill -- TribLive Guest Essay: We Can Create Jobs Without Sacrificing The Environment - Fmr Rep. Schweyer -- Inquirer Guest Essay: PA On The Precipice Of A Major Political Showdown Over Voting Rights - Rep.

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Renewable Energy Clean Energy Politics 2021 64

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

formal notice ) Read more here on agenda items. -- Giving Tuesday : Help Transform Pennsylvania - Support Conservation & Environmental Groups -- DEP Withdraws Final Manganese Water Quality Standard Regulation Ending Rulemaking; Existing Standard Remains In Place [PaEN] -- U.S. See webpage for remote options to join the meeting.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Today’s choice to pass the most ambitious and transformative climate and clean energy investments in our nation’s history will reverberate throughout the generations that follow, making our air purer, our communities safer, our economy stronger, and our families and neighbors healthier. It is a moral issue and a matter of life. “We

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 23, 2023

DEP Agricultural Advisory Board , State Conservation Commission and Nutrient Management Advisory Board meeting. “Pursue Your Happiness In Pennsylvania” Senate next voting day August 30; September 18, 19, 20; Oct. Room 309, Dept. Of Agriculture Building, 2301 N. Cameron St., Harrisburg. Contact: Laura Rigge at Irigge@pa.gov or 717-772-5159.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 2, 2022

Billion Backlog Of Infrastructure Repairs, To Expand Local Economies, Provide Recreation For All [PaEN] -- DCNR Blog: Conservation Funds Help Communities Provide Outdoor Places, Opportunities; Apply Now [PaEN] -- TribLive: Jacobs Creek Watershed Flood Control Projects To Be Unveiled -- Pike Conservation District: Not Just A Hole In The Ground!

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