Global Green

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Almost 90 percent of the increase in renewables came from wind- and solar-power generation. Both have much less environmental impact than coal, oil, or natural gas. The remaining 30 percent would most likely be generated by lower-carbon natural gas.

Electricity 98

Electricity Climate Change Fossil Fuels Nuclear Power 98

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

Comitta: Let's Work Together To Address Climate Change, But Stop Rehashing The Same Old Arguments Against RGGI That Are Not Protecting Our Planet And Our People [PaEN] -- DEP Climate Change Advisory Committee Meets Feb. National- $3.28

Natural Gas 108

Natural Gas Climate Change Natural Resources Recycling 108

Union of Concerned Scientists

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Most studies show that achieving these targets will require an unprecedented increase in wind and solar power to decarbonize the power sector and meet the increased demand for zero- carbon electricity to replace fossil fuels in building, industrial and transportation sectors.

Electricity 344

Electricity Fossil Fuels Solar Power 2030 344

Enviromental Defense

MAY 31, 2022

As with many environmental issues, when it comes to climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, this is no ordinary election. . For the past four years, Ontario has been failing on climate change. Foster climate change resilience. Restore funding and power to conservation authorities.

Climate Change 77

Climate Change Politics 2022 2030 77

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 10, 2023

The fossil fuel industry is the problem, not the solution Despite their well-funded campaigns to convince us otherwise, here are five reasons why we need to be skeptical about fossil fuel industry engagement in global climate policy. Let’s start with the obvious: the burning of fossil fuels is the main driver of climate change.

Fossil Fuels 262

Fossil Fuels Carbon Dioxide Climate Change Paris Agreement 262

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Martin Grow As A Company Public Participation -- DEP Climate Change Advisory Committee Meets Feb. Washington County [PaEN] -- DEP Invites Comments On Mariner East II Natural Gas Liquids Pipeline Chapter 102 Permit Amendment For An Area In West Goshen Twp., . -- Save PA Forests Webinar Feb.

Natural Gas 81

Natural Gas Recycling Climate Change Solar Power 81

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 10, 2023

Million EPA Loan To Continue Drinking Water System Improvements -- Post-Gazette: Pittsburgh Officials Announce $52.4 Million EPA Loan To Continue Drinking Water System Improvements -- Post-Gazette: Pittsburgh Officials Announce $52.4

Natural Gas 84

Natural Gas Solar Power Climate Change 2023 84

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 8, 2022

I started the conversation with Gomberg, who focuses on clean energy integration and grid modernization issues, and ended it with Licker, a contributing author for the UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change who helps explain the nuances of climate science developments to policymakers, the news media and the general public.

Clean Energy 264

Clean Energy Fossil Fuels Paris Agreement Climate Change 264

Enviromental Defense

MAY 7, 2024

For Canada’s major oil and gas producers, Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is a get-out-of-jail-free card, which allows them to keep on polluting while appearing as though they are taking the threat of climate change seriously. billion carbon capture facility at its Genesse power plant west of Edmonton. Want proof?

Fossil Fuels 116

Fossil Fuels Carbon Dioxide Renewable Energy Solar Power 116

PA Environment Daily

JULY 31, 2023

“Pursue Your Happiness In Pennsylvania” Senate next voting day September 18, 19, 20; Oct. Pursue Your Happiness In Pennsylvania” Senate next voting day September 18, 19, 20; Oct.

Natural Gas 86

Natural Gas Solar Power Recycling Climate Change 86

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 22, 2023

DEP Climate Change Advisory Committee meeting. formal notice) TODAY 10:00: House Philadelphia LNG Natural Gas Export Task Force hearing on economic impact and other consideration for a potential LNG export terminal in or around the Port of Philadelphia. 16ht Floor Delaware Room, Rachel Carson Building.

Natural Gas 93

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Solar Power Climate Change 93

Union of Concerned Scientists

JANUARY 24, 2023

Utilities and grid operators prepared for the storm as it was coming down the pike, but they still underestimated the energy demand it would trigger, as well as the number of outages at fossil fuel power plants—mainly natural gas-fired, plus some coal-fired plants. Where do we go from here?

Fossil Fuels 206

Fossil Fuels 2014 Climate Change Electricity 206

Legal Planet

OCTOBER 18, 2021

North Carolina today gets over half of its power from fossil fuels, about 25% from coal and 33% from natural gas. Solar is at 5% and wind is under 1l%. Regarding solar power, at least 55% must come from utility-owned facilities, while up to 45% can be purchased from small third-party generators.

Solar Power 187

Solar Power Carbon Dioxide Fossil Fuels 2005 187

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 17, 2023

Shapiro Provides Fresh Support To Key Changes Recommended In 2020 Grand Jury Report To Tighten Regulation Of The Natural Gas Drilling Industry To Better Protect Public Health, Environment Natural Gas Pipeline Pigging Facility Malfunction Dec. 27 Released 1.1 27 Released 1.1 27 Released 1.1 27 Released 1.1

Natural Gas 94

Natural Gas Renewable Energy Waste Solar Power 94

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Of Health Pushing For Changes To Reduce Adverse Health Impacts [PaEN] -- TribLive Letter: For Natural Gas Industry, Concern For Health Should Trump Industry Profits -- EPA/DOE Award DEP $44.4

Natural Gas 79

Natural Gas Conservation Solar Power Climate Change 79

A Greener Life

JULY 26, 2021

In order to make their portfolio more sustainable and respond to lower fossil fuel demand, oil majors are increasingly snapping up renewable energy projects as the pressure grows to take action on climate change. BP and Total are also leading the way in terms of upcoming solar power capacity.”. Wind and solar growth.

Renewable Energy 98

Renewable Energy Fossil Fuels Solar Power Wind Power 98

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 19, 2023

FRIDAY Noon: PA Solar Center Webinar On Solar Guidebook For PA Landowners - Leasing Property For Large-Scale Solar Development. 2022 Natural Gas House Explosion In Dauphin County [PaEN] -- WPXI: Mayor Of Economy Boro, Beaver County, Expresses Frustration At Ongoing Natural Gas Outage -- US DOE Awards $3.5

Natural Gas 86

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Solar Power Carbon Emissions 86

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 10, 2023

7 Outreach Session In Luzerne County On Priority Climate Action Plan Initiatives -- DEP Hosts Dec. 18 Hearing On Panther Creek Power Application To Burn Waste Tires In Carbon County -- DEP Invites Comments At Jan. 23 Hearing On Transcontinental Gas Pipeline Frazer Compressor Station In Chester County [PaEN] -- Hearing Set For Jan.

Natural Gas 73

Natural Gas 2024 Climate Change Conservation 73

Enviromental Defense

MARCH 22, 2022

We all know that to successfully address climate change we need to phase out fossil fuels and switch to electric power. A s we transition our homes and vehicles to electric power, it’s imperative that the electricity sector be clean. Take Action: Tell Ontario to phase out polluting gas power.

Solar Power 113

Solar Power Wind Power Renewable Energy Electricity 113

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Comitta: Let's Work Together To Address Climate Change, But Stop Rehashing The Same Old Arguments Against RGGI That Are Not Protecting Our Planet And Our People [PaEN] -- Courier Express: Fmr. Thank you for your leadership! -- Sen. Million In Tax Credits To Subsidize Shell Petrochemical Plant In Beaver County; Total Expected To Be $1.17

Conservation 102

Conservation Natural Gas Clean Energy 2024 102

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 4, 2023

“Pursue Your Happiness In Pennsylvania” Senate next voting day September 18, 19, 20; Oct. Pursue Your Happiness In Pennsylvania” Senate next voting day September 18, 19, 20; Oct. Shapiro: Darlington Twp.,

Natural Gas 78

Natural Gas Solar Power Clean Energy 2019 78

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 9, 2023

EIA: 'Increasing Electricity Generation From Renewable Sources Contributes To Lower Power Prices' In 2023 [PaEN] -- LancasterOnline: New Energy Co-Op Helps Make Switch To Solar Power Easier, More Affordable In Lancaster -- Bill Setting Decommissioning Rules For Utility-Scale Solar Energy Facilities Passes The Senate [PaEN] -- Senate Passes Bill Blocking (..)

Recycling 81

Recycling Nuclear Power Solar Power Renewable Energy 81

Law Columbia

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Specifically, it is important to understand that solar is not being sited in equal quantities on these three types of land, as farmland hosts far more solar projects (33%) than either grassland (6%) or forests (4%). For comparison, nearly 3% of solar power is currently sited in urban areas. [1].

Carbon Dioxide 125

Carbon Dioxide Solar Power Renewable Energy Electricity 125

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

16 Webinar Exploring The Impact Of LNG Natural Gas Exports On Pennsylvania Families [PaEN] -- Warren Times: Audubon Nature Center Encourages Participation In Great Backyard Bird Count Feb. 16 to 19 -- PA Interfaith Power & Light, Jewish Earth Alliance Feb. WHYY, Drexel To Host Discussion On Endangered Species Feb.

Natural Gas 81

Natural Gas Conservation 2024 Solar Power 81

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 30, 2021

PA Could Join The Emissions Reduction Program Soon, But Obstacles Remain -- Guest Essay: Faith And Science Mandate A More Aggressive Plan To Address Climate Change - Brandon Hoover and David Foster, Ph.D., PA Forestry Association Virtual Annual Symposium Set For Nov. Is ‘Real Science’, Not Just Talking Point -- NYT: U.S.

Natural Gas 70

Natural Gas Climate Change Clean Energy Solar Power 70

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

PA Environment Daily

MAY 25, 2023

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

Natural Gas 108

Natural Gas Air Pollution Politics Carbon Dioxide 108

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 20, 2022

These higher costs are being driven by a major overreliance on natural gas, which has sharply spiked in price and is currently the dominant fuel source in the US for both home heating and electricity generation. Methane is also a fast-acting greenhouse gas in terms of its impact on the climate.

Fossil Fuels 274

Fossil Fuels Carbon Dioxide Electricity Natural Gas 274

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

You may also be aware that natural gas prices have doubled since last spring and, according to some projections, might increase even more this winter as we all begin to heat our homes. How do higher natural gas prices impact The Energy Co-op’s renewable energy programs? And that price is tied to the cost of natural gas.

Natural Gas 52

Natural Gas Solar Power Electricity Renewable Energy 52

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Other States/National/International -- AP: 17 States Weigh Adopting California’s Electric Car Mandate [PA Status Mentioned] -- Financial Times: Crypto And Climate Change: Can Web3 Help Get Us To Net Zero? -- NPR: Stressed Out About Climate Change?

Natural Gas 62

Natural Gas Politics Solar Power Climate Change 62

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Allegheny County -- WHYY: Gov.

Natural Gas 84

Natural Gas 2024 Solar Power Conservation 84

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 180

Fossil Fuels 2023 Clean Energy Nitrogen Oxides 180

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 27, 2023

Annual Symposium To Focus On Electric Power Transformation - Energy, Environment, Policy & Technology Sept. 26-27 In Pittsburgh [PaEN] -- Penn State Extension, Audubon Society Of Western PA Host Oct.

Natural Gas 63

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Ozone Conservation 63

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 9, 2023

Senate Hearing Today [PaEN] -- Inquirer Guest Essay: I Live In Beaver County Near East Palestine, OH, After The Train Derailment, My Head Aches With Anxiety And Vinyl Chloride -- Ohio/PA Train Derailment, Pipeline Explosions, Uncontrolled Releases Put Spotlight On Public Health, Safety Threats Posed By Petrochemical, Natural Gas Industrial And Pipeline (..)

Natural Gas 99

Natural Gas Endangered Species Act Fossil Fuels Solar Power 99

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 6, 2023

Natural Gas Storage Area Spills [PaEN] -- New Penn State Study: Brine Water Pumped From Played-Out Conventional Oil & Gas Wells And Used As Dust Suppressants, Winter Road Treatments Exceed Environmental, Health Standards, Just Like Conventional Oil & Gas Brine Water [PaEN] -- Guest Essay: Take A Deep Breath!

Climate Change 71

Climate Change Solar Power Natural Gas Clean Energy 71

PA Environment Daily

JULY 27, 2022

Read more about the agenda. -- DCNR's Keystone Crew On Their Way To Fight The Sugarloaf Wildfire In Wyoming [PaEN] -- USA Today: Climate Change Exposes Growing Gap Between Weather We’ve Planned For And What’s Coming -- House Committee Meets Aug. Voters Support Increasing Natural Gas Production -- Natural Gas Intelligence: U.S.

Natural Gas 62

Natural Gas Politics Clean Energy Climate Change 62

PA Environment Daily

MAY 9, 2022

Refiners -- Bloomberg: Saudis Cut Oil Prices From Record Highs Amid China Lockdowns -- Bloomberg: European Natural Gas Drops As Russia Tries To Calm Clients Over Payments American Rescue Plan Funding -- $11 Billion In Federal American Rescue Plan Funding To PA State Government, Local Governments Has Yet To Be Invested.

Natural Gas 52

Natural Gas Biofuels Solar Power Government 52