PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

19 EarthTalks Webinar: The Economic Impact Of Carbon Emission Trading Scheme On Building Retrofits [PaEN] -- PA Solar Center, Partners Host Feb. 19 EarthTalks Webinar: The Economic Impact Of Carbon Emission Trading Scheme On Building Retrofits [PaEN] -- PA Solar Center, Partners Host Feb.

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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. Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. 27 Released 1.1 Posted: April 16, 2023] PA Environment Digest

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Rob Mercuri Presents Allegheny County Resident Lynn Appman With Keep PA Beautiful Community Pride Award [PaEN] -- Penn State Ranks 4th In US In 2024 QS World University Rankings For Sustainability -- Philadelphia Solar Energy Assn. Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 2, 2024

1-31 Grants -- EPA Awards $55.7 28 to Oct. 28 to Oct. 28 to Oct. 6 [PaEN] Background On Issues -- Lt.

Nuclear Power 77

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 11, 2023

Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. PA Greenways & Trails Summit Sept. Visit the PA Environment Digest Calendar Of Events for more opportunities. Posted: June 11, 2023] PA Environment Digest

Natural Gas 81

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 17, 2022

On March 17, the Community College of Allegheny County officially “flipped the switch” to solar power. The extensive new 543-kilowatt solar installation will produce enough electricity to power 30–40% of CCAC North Campus’s electrical energy needs. Solar (Galvanizing our Energy Transition) program.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 2, 2023

Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. Visit the PA Environment Digest Calendar Of Events for more opportunities. Posted: July 2, 2023] PA Environment Digest

Natural Gas 80

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 2023 Climate Change 80

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The groups are advocating for the passage of House Bill 1842 , a bill that would bring the economic, social, and environmental benefits of community solar to residents across the Commonwealth. Of Energy Awards $20 Million To Improve Siting Of Renewable Energy Facilities; $1.96

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 13, 2023

Solar industry and finance experts will demystify the new IRA incentives, review ownership and financing options and answer your questions directly. By going solar, schools can save money every year, enhance student STEM education and career preparedness, and increase climate resilience. PaEN] Related Articles: -- Rep.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The solar system will benefit the public in four main ways: 1) by freeing up capital to improve the services provided by the Authority, 2) reducing energy demand, 3) increasing energy supply, and 4) providing education on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainability through public tours and other programs.”

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 9, 2023

11 Hearing On Bill To Expand Renewable Energy Mandates In Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards [PaEN] -- The Allegheny Front - Reid Frazier: What’s The Current State of Clean Energy Transition? -- Williamsport Sun Guest Essay: Refund Should Be Due For University Of Pittsburgh’s Shale Gas Health Impact Studies - By Sen.

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Law Columbia

AUGUST 1, 2024

Moreover, other provisions of the IRA offer significant additional tools for states, tribes, local governments, community-based organizations, and the private sector to fund and finance clean energy, clean transportation, and building decarbonization investments.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 14, 2023

18 PA Renewable Energy Policy Webinar - Time To Take Action On Demand: ReImagine Appalachia: Solar-Powered Faith Communities And Houses Of Worship, Saving Money And Ethical Labor PA Interfaith Power & Light, Jewish Earth Alliance Aug. Potter County To Sept. Potter County To Sept.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 6, 2025

9, York County. -- Penn State Extension Home Garden News: Houseplant Master Class Webinar Series Available; Treen Tenders Training; Good Gardening Saturday Series -- Pike Conservation District: From Source To Sink - Groundwater Education Workshop Series Starts Jan.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 19, 2022

The amount of solar energy at K-12 schools in Pennsylvania doubled since 2020, according to a new statewide report on schools' adoption of solar published by Generation180 , a clean energy nonprofit. Despite the pandemic, the solar capacity on K-12 schools rose from 14.5

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 3, 2024

6 Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults Adult Mentors Needed! 28 to Oct. PA Trout Unlimited Additional Tools-- Click Here to sign up to receive the Weekly Digest directly by email PA Environment Digest Twitter Feed : Update on PA environmental issues.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Today, over 6 million students now attend more than 8,400 schools nationwide that utilize solar power. Solar energy offsets electricity at nearly 1 in 10 (9%) K-12 schools in the United States. The report found that 87% of solar power installed at U.S.

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Natural Gas Solar Power Carbon Dioxide Clean Energy 52

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

By Lily Jones, PEC Communications Director What does a local Audubon chapter have in common with a solar-powered business incubator? In addition to its business incubator programs, the Stourbridge Project provides coworking space, a prototyping lab, and educational programs to the community at low- or no-cost.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 17, 2022

Now a new report, the Pitt Climate Action Plan , spells out how the University will achieve that goal through investments in clean energy, transportation, efficiency and other areas. The 2037 goal was selected using science-based criteria, and it also happens to be the 250th anniversary of the University’s founding. “A

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 2, 2024

Million In Rebates To 21 School Districts For Clean School Buses In Pennsylvania [PaEN] -- Post-Gazette: New Clean Energy School Buses Coming To Pittsburgh-Area School Districts -- WHYY: Know A Teen Interested In Journalism Or Climate Work?

Conservation 84

Conservation Clean Energy Air Pollution 2024 84

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 4, 2022

The $22 million project includes a new academic building to house new engineering technology programs on campus, including energy engineering technology. The $230,000 grant will fund a rooftop solar array projected to produce approximately 113,000 kWh/year and a building energy dashboard that will aid in community education and engagement.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 20, 2022

“Completing this solar array has been a long process, requiring the efforts of numerous people,” Knight said. The clean, renewable energy it contributes to the grid will benefit both the University and the local community. It also provides a great opportunity for student education and research in this rapidly expanding field.”

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

The Coalition statement said-- “Over the past several years, we have been watching the solar industry rapidly take off in other states and serve as a catalyst for billions of dollars in economic growth – particularly in our neighboring states of Maryland, Virginia, New York, and New Jersey.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 15, 2022

1:00 to 2:30 p.m. -- The Hill Guest Essay: Clean Energy Can Light A New Path Forward For Former Coal Communities - U.S. 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. -- The Hill Guest Essay: Clean Energy Can Light A New Path Forward For Former Coal Communities - U.S.

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Conservation Clean Energy Recycling Climate Change 48

A Greener Life

MAY 12, 2023

When heatwaves disrupt our children’s education, it is time to demand climate action. After pandemic-related shutdowns, yet another closure of educational institutions is further affecting the education of millions of young children, with disproportionate impacts falling on children from disadvantaged backgrounds.

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Climate Change Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy Electricity 52

The Energy Law

OCTOBER 13, 2020

As these companies are moving towards clean energy, an emerging source of renewable energy is wind power. The wind energy sector is gaining global traction, as exemplified by U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s statement, in a speech given this month, that wind energy would be powering every home in the U.K.

Renewable Energy 52

Renewable Energy Wind Power 2009 Solar Power 52

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 51

Conservation Solar Power Air Pollution Clean Energy 51

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

23 Innovative CEOs Enabling And Expanding Decarbonization; Part Of Global Clean Energy Action Forum [PaEN] -- Inquirer - Andrew Maykuth: Suburban Philadelphia Firm Bets On New Technology to Store Solar Power 24/7 -- Erie 2030 District Achieves 22.4% Decline In Energy Use; $4.6 Million In Energy Savings; 14.6%

Conservation 48

Conservation Waste Climate Change 2009 48

The Energy Law

OCTOBER 13, 2020

As these companies are moving towards clean energy, an emerging source of renewable energy is wind power. The wind energy sector is gaining global traction, as exemplified by U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s statement, in a speech given this month, that wind energy would be powering every home in the U.K.

Renewable Energy 40

Renewable Energy Wind Power 2009 Solar Power 40

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

10 -- TribLive: Volunteers Work To Keep The Allegheny’s Riverbanks Clean In Natrona, Tarentum As Part Of Allegheny CleanWays 3 Rivers Effort -- TribLive: Pittsburgh Officials Look To Break Records At This Year’s Garbage Olympics On Sept. 17 -- Citizens Voice: Wilkes-Barre Announces Plans For Electronics Recycling Oct.

Conservation 48

Conservation Natural Gas Air Pollution Electricity 48

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 23, 2022

24 EarthTalks Highlights Agricultural Integration And Solar Facilities - Agrivoltaics In Context [PaEN] -- Penn State To Host Virtual International Symposium Nov. 24 EarthTalks Highlights Agricultural Integration And Solar Facilities - Agrivoltaics In Context [PaEN] -- Penn State To Host Virtual International Symposium Nov.

Conservation 48

Conservation Clean Water Act Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 48

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 6, 2025

-- DEP Publishes Examination Schedule For Sewage Enforcement Officers -- The Center Square: PA Farm Show Says Agriculture Powering Pennsylvania [Jan. 4 - 11] -- Pike Conservation District: From Source To Sink - Groundwater Education Workshop Series Starts Jan. 13 -- Protect PT/Three Rivers Waterkeepers Jan. 30 Hearing [Not Jan.

Natural Gas 82

Natural Gas 2024 2025 Conservation 82

PA Environment Daily

MAY 4, 2025

Visit DEPs Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. McKean County [PaEN] -- DEP Received Air Quality Permit For 4.6 Greene County [PaEN] -- Conventional Oil Well Storage Tank Rupture Causes 2,100 Gallon Spill Of Wastewater, Crude Oil In Upper Burrell Twp., Posted: May 4, 2025] PA Environment Digest

Clean Energy 71

Clean Energy Conservation Climate Change Electricity 71

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 9, 2025

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- Awards/Recognition -- PA Environmental Educators Want You To Share Your Moment Of Joy And Wonder About The Environment! Visit DEPs Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources.

Natural Gas 82

Natural Gas Conservation Sea Level Solar Power 82

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 9, 2023

Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. Visit the PA Environment Digest Calendar Of Events for more opportunities.

Earth Day 84

Earth Day Natural Gas Clean Energy Waste 84

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 8, 2025

Is Nuclear The Hot New Clean Power Source? Is Nuclear The Hot New Clean Power Source? Of Agriculture Now Accepting Agricultural Research Grant Applications, July 25 Deadline -- Gov. Million Water Main, Lead Service Line Replacement Projects -- Pittsburgh Business Times: Pittsburgh Water Authority Launches $75.4

Conservation 72

Conservation Clean Energy Electricity Natural Gas 72

Union of Concerned Scientists

JUNE 24, 2024

As temperatures rise, so too does the demand for energy as more people turn to AC to keep cool. Higher demand means power grid operators, who start with the cleaner and cheaper plants like solar power, need to pull other, often dirtier, gas or coal-fired power plants online.

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