PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 7, 2025

On January 6, the Sand County Foundation announced Troy Firth, Spartansburg, Crawford County has been selected as the 2024 Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award recipient. Sand County Foundation and national sponsor American Farmland Trust present Leopold Conservation Awards to private landowners in 28 states.

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 22, 2025

On January 22, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources opened the latest round of Community Conservation Partnerships Program funding for communities across Pennsylvania to fund parks, recreation, land conservation and riparian buffer projects. The deadline to apply is April 2. Click Here for DCNR's announcement.

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

On November 12, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the investment of $79.4 million in grants to support 307 projects across Pennsylvania, aimed at expanding recreational opportunities, conserving natural spaces, and revitalizing communities. Click Here for the complete announcement.

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy recently announced the protection of 23 acres of land in Sadsbury Township, Crawford County. The land is now a new addition to the Conservancy’s T ryon-Weber Woods Natural Area. This property will be managed as part of the natural area and is located near other conserved lands in the region.

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 2, 2024

According to the Izaak Walton League, “one of America’s oldest and most successful conservation organizations:” in general, for a 20 ft driveway all you need is one 12 ounc mug of salt to prevent ice formation! Reprinted from the Pike Conservation District website.) This is not true! Posted: December 2, 2024] PA Environment Digest

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 21, 2025

By Renee' Carey, Northcentral PA Conservancy In the heart of Lycoming County, the McMorris family has nurtured a 60-acre farm that tells a story of stewardship, family, and a love for the land. Community Benefit The conservation easement on the McMorris family farm offers numerous environmental benefits for the community.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 6, 2025

Kober [PaEN] -- WITF StateImpartPA - Rachel McDevitt: Jimmy Carter Offered Calm To Pennsylvanians After Three Mile Island Nuclear Plant Partial Meltdown -- Ag Conservation Professionals! Get Your Passport To 2025 PA Farm Show, Enhance Your Conservation Skills Starting Jan.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 12, 2025

He is happy to roll up his sleeves to take on conservation projects throughout Monroe County. By Kelly Jedrzejewski, Penn State News For Master Watershed Steward volunteer Dean Neely, preserving Pennsylvania waters, forests and lands for future generations is a priority.

Conservation

Union of Concerned Scientists

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

STACY WOODS: Since agriculture is a leading cause of wetland loss, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is uniquely positioned to help conserve wetlands. USDA conservation programs can successfully protect and restore wetlandsthese programs drive the majority of newly created or rehabilitated wetlands in the Upper Midwest.

Clean Water Act

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 7, 2025

The Delaware Highlands Conservancy will host a Zoom webinar September 9 on Bugs, Balance, and Biodiversity: The State of Our Forests from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. For program details and to register, please visit the Event webpage or call 570-226-3164 ext. Zoom meeting details will be emailed to registered attendees.

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 15, 2025

On January 15, the Shapiro Administration said the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has made significant progress in sustainably managing and enhancing Pennsylvanias public lands. This work is about much more than conservation its about stewardship that strengthens communities and enhances our quality of life.

Conservation

Enviromental Defense

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Environment Minister Rebecca Shultz have allowed this demonstrably wrong belief to go unchallenged, becoming the Alberta United Conservative Party’s (UCP) default stance on climate change.

Climate Change

PA Environment Daily

JULY 2, 2025

Innovative Programs: The Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps In 2016, DCNR introduced the Pennsylvania Outdoor Corps, a program designed to engage young people in outdoor conservation work while providing job training and educational opportunities.

Natural Resources

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Kober This profile was first published on the PA Conservation Heritage website-- William (Bill) C. Do It Right” Through Bill’s long conservation career in the private and public sectors, he promoted the philosophy of “Do it right, right for the best use of the natural resource while protecting the environment.” By Wayne W.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Two House Bills have been introduced that will enhance the conservation of biodiversity in the state. This bill also directs the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) to make their planting and seeding guidance available to other state agencies interested in providing native habitat at their facilities.

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 29, 2025

Million To Settle Lawsuit By Investors Who Claimed EQT Overstated The Benefits Of Its Rice Energy Merger In 2017 -- Marcellus Drilling News: Integrated Lithium Production Plant Coming To PA In 2026 Using Oil & Gas Production Wastewater [PaEN] -- Marcellus Drilling News: Avonlea Lithium Corp. Million In Federal Mine Reclamation Funding, $979.3

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 30, 2024

On October 30, the PA Council of Trout Unlimited announced it is now accepting applications for approximately $215,000 in Coldwater Heritage Partnership’s Coldwater Conservation Grants. The deadline to apply is December 18. This funding is made possible through a grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.

Natural Gas

Ocean Conservancy

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 3, 2024

On December 3, College Township announced the award of $300,000 in funding for the development of the ClearWater Community Conservation Center in College Township, Centre County. Adam Brumbaugh, College Township Manager, shared , “We look forward to welcoming Clearwater Conservancy to their new home in College Township.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

On December 4, the Federal Highway Administration and the US Fish and Wildlife Service Center for Pollinator Conservation will host an online Pollinator Conservation and Transportation Symposium from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 22, 2025

The Fish and Boat Commission is hosting an 8-part 'Mission Mondays' webinar series highlighting its efforts to protect, conserve and enhance Pennsylvania's aquatic resources. The webinars will be held from Noon to 12:30 p.m. on-- -- February 3: Importance Of PA Mussels : Come learn about the Mighty Mussels of PAs waters!

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Ocean Conservancy

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

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Fossil Fuels

Legal Planet

OCTOBER 14, 2024

As quick background, the basic driver for a PES approach is that we need much more funding to conserve natural capital than philanthropy and governments can provide. In a series of blog posts, I will be sharing a few particularly interesting insights from the meeting’s three days of discussion. The need could not be more critical.

Deforestation

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 29, 2025

On April 29, following an extensive study period, with a series of public outreach meetings and community engagement efforts, the Brandywine Conservancy announced the release of the final report of the Brandywine Flood Study. Click Here to view the Brandywine Flood Study report.

Conservation

Ocean Conservancy

APRIL 23, 2025

This is why we at Ocean Conservancy, working with partners around the globe, are advocating for the protection of the mesopelagic zone, and the ecosystem services it provides. But this is not the only topic Ocean Conservancy will be championing in Busan. Lets all be more like the butterfly in the protection of the ocean.

Ocean

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 2, 2025

From stream restoration projects that reduce flooding and improve water quality to large conservation easements that protect important habitats, these projects will improve quality of life for all Pennsylvanians.

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 7, 2025

Awardees include county conservation districts, environmental volunteer groups, educational institutions, municipalities, youth groups and a fire department. 28 Conservation Cornerstone Webinar On Climate-Smart Ag Through CARAT [PaEN] -- Sen. But there can be a shortage of funding, especially for smaller, volunteer-led groups.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 14, 2025

On March 14, a coalition of conservation, recreation, and environmental organizations filed a petition for review in the U.S. The Lancaster Conservancy , Chesapeake Bay Foundation , Lower Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association , Farm & Natural Lands Trust of York County , and Susquehanna National Heritage Area joined together in this appeal.

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Ocean Conservancy

OCTOBER 30, 2024

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

11 Pasture Walk In Franklin County [PaEN] -- Pennsylvania Forest Seminar Webinar Dec. 10 - Invasive Toolkit For Landowners [PaEN] -- Penn State Extension Dec. 12 Webinar - Cost-Benefit of Voluntary Carbon Projects: Online Tool Demo [PaEN] -- Pennsylvania Forest Seminar Webinar Jan.

Biodegradable

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The graph below demonstrates the reduced demand peak of lithium when these mineral conservation measures are taken, as well as the declining need for new mining as recycled minerals become available. Implementing strategies that result in better EV efficiency, right-sized range, and reduced VMT will result in savings of 1.5

Recycling

HumanNature

MARCH 3, 2025

Pollinators are vital to food security, ecosystem health, and biodiversity, making their conservation a national priority. Department of Agricultures Conservation Reserve Program -Farm Service Agency (USDA-FSA) Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) is one of the largest land-based restoration programs in the US [2]. 4] Kremen, C.

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Circle of Blue

MAY 7, 2025

A wet winter in 2023 temporarily pulled the basin out of its tailspin, while up to $4 billion in federal funding for water conservation eased the path to using less. Luck and money intervened to relieve the pressure. The basins politics today are perhaps even more fraught.

2026

Inside Climate News

MARCH 31, 2025

The Cape Sable seaside sparrow is threatened by some of the most complex water management infrastructure on Earth in the Everglades, and now sea level rise.

Sea Level

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 8, 2025

Hosted by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the event spotlighted how native plants — those naturally occurring in the region — are essential to the health of the Commonwealth’s wildlife, watersheds, forests, and even the fight against climate change. Click Here for video/photos. 27 -- PA iMapInvasives Hosts Sept.

Conservation

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Other Extension Articles -- PA State Conservation Commission Wins Natural Resource Education Champion Award -- Get Your Passport To PA Farm Show, Enhance Your Ag Conservation Skills Starting Jan. Related Articles: -- PA State Conservation Commission Wins Natural Resource Education Champion Award [PaEN] -- Ag Conservation Professionals!

Natural Resources

Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 11, 2024

75 per cent of Liberal voters, 72 per cent of NDP voters, 37 per cent of Conservative Party voters and 63 per cent of Green Party voters support this type of climate policy. The survey found that more than half of Canadians 53 per cent want governments to phase out the use and production of fossil fuels, while only 36 per cent are opposed.

Fossil Fuels