PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 24, 2023

The latest DEP Teaching Green environmental education newsletter is chock full of new information for formal and informal educators. Gateway to Green is supported by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, the U.S. For more environmental ed resources, visit DEP’s Environmental Education webpage.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 7, 2023

On June 7, the overwhelmingly confirmed Cindy Adams Dunn to serve as the Secretary of Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Secretary Dunn has spent her career in conservation and public service, previously serving as DCNR Secretary under Gov.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 1, 2023

On November 29, The Nature Conservancy in Pennsylvania and Delaware announced it has purchased 78 acres located in Monroe County, Pennsylvania, and transferred the parcel to the U.S. OSI congratulates our partners at The Nature Conservancy for this conservation achievement.”

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Enviromental Defense

MAY 4, 2022

Toronto | Traditional territories of the Huron-Wendat, the Anishnaabeg, Haudenosaunee, Chippewas and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation – With the recent passing of Bill 109, the Government of Ontario made significant amendments to the Planning Act, violating legal requirements set out in Ontario’s Environmental Bill of Rights, 1993 (EBR).

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The funding opportunities listed below are broken down into three categories: Research and Education Local Food (including urban and rural-focused programs) and Nutrition Climate, Conservation, and Energy The Requests for Applications (RFA) in this post are organized by category and then by application date, from earliest deadline to furthest out.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 24, 2023

The good folks at WeConservePA this week highlighted just a few of their education programs coming up between now and June. The conversation will be directed by participants on topics such as neighbor and local government concerns and relationships, municipal permitting, emergency vehicle access, parking, and undesirable uses.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

28 [PaEN] Help Wanted -- Help Wanted: Armstrong Conservation District - Agricultural Technician [PaEN] Upcoming Events -- Our Pocono Waters Hosts 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.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Here are 120 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! -- We Remember Sept.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 13, 2023

The Allegheny County Conservation District recently awarded $220,000 to the City of Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh Water and Sewer Authority to stabilize a landslide and repair a degraded road in Homewood through the Dirt, Gravel and Low Volume Road (DGLVR) Program. Posted: March 13, 2023] PA Environment Digest

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

WeConservePA is now accepting applications for Trail and Greenway Outreach and Education Grants. Grants of up to $5,000 are available to conservation-oriented non-profit organizations or local/county governments to support their local trail and greenway outreach and education efforts. Click Here to support their work.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

The PA Association of Environmental Educators is now accepting nominations for its annual awards to be presented at its 2022 Virtual Conference on March 21-22. For more information on programs, initiatives, resources and other upcoming events, visit the PA Association of Environmental Educators website. Click Here for all the details.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

11 [PaEN] -- Penn State Extension Offers Numerous Options For Pesticide Applicator Recertification -- Penn State Researcher Gets $2 Million Grant To Test Feed Additives’ Effect On Methane Emissions Reductions From Cows -- Manada Conservancy Hosts Feb. Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provided an historic investment of nearly $20 billion in agricultural conservation funding focused specifically on climate change. Conservation buffer in bloom at Vilicus Farms. Other means of managing weather risk are, like crop insurance premiums, funded by the federal government.

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Legal Planet

MARCH 27, 2023

But depending on how far the conservative majority goes in its opinions, a color-blindness mandate would impact EPA. Under current law, if a regulation refers to race in any way, the government must show that the regulation is narrowly tailored to a compelling government interest. This is a very difficult standard to meet.

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Washington Nature

JUNE 1, 2021

There’s a through line connecting academia, the Northwest Museum of Art, dirt, X-rays, economics, racial equity, conservation and science (to name but just a few), and that through line exists because of a collaborative partnership here in Washington state. Students are getting training on how to be practical, real conservation scientists.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 5, 2022

Berks County-based Berks Nature is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Vice President for Education. The Vice President for Education will need to think strategically to help plan and implement the education and outreach programs of Berks Nature. Click Here for all the details.

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A Greener Life

JANUARY 18, 2022

The Central American nation has won praise for its conservation efforts, including in reforestation, and continues to attract international finance to support its initiatives. The Central American nation has secured more than US$135 million in finance for nature in recent years, another leaf in its conservation success story.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 19, 2023

On April 19, the Brandywine Conservancy is excited to launch a new Climate Resiliency Initiative to help local municipalities and landowners proactively address climate change in their communities. We're thankful for the expert guidance the Conservancy has provided in this endeavor.” President of Malvern Borough Council.

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Washington Nature

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Community forests are working forests owned and managed by municipalities, government agencies, Tribes, and non-profit organizations for the benefit of local communities. Hear from the Public Lands Commissioner, Yakama Nation, and more to learn about how and why the community values the Teanaway Community Forest.

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Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 21, 2022

We need the government to commit to finalizing this reg in the next six months. ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENCE Environmental Defence is a leading Canadian environmental advocacy organization that works with government, industry and individuals to defend clean water, a safe climate and healthy communities.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

The Westmoreland Conservation District announced the recipients of its annual awards for outstanding conservation efforts: the Conservation Farmer of the Year is the John Starr Family, Starr Valley Farm; and the J. Roy Houston Conservation Partner is The Westmoreland County Chamber of Commerce.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Water Quality and Environmental Goals Increasing Workforce Needs For more than eight years, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has been leading an effort to build a network of staff and partners to plant trees along streams and in communities.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 30, 2023

Here are 87 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.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 28, 2023

Residents of the Juniata River Watershed are invited to provide input and suggestions via public meetings and a community survey to help inform the Juniata Watershed Management Plan, a project of the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy with multiple partners. Altoona, PA 16602 -- May 18 in Friendship Fire Company , 212 4th St.,

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

JUNE 12, 2023

The letter was sent on behalf of more than 50 food, farm, conservation, and rural organizations. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition lzaks@sustainableagriculture.net Tel. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition lzaks@sustainableagriculture.net Tel.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 8, 2022

The PA Organization for Watersheds and Rivers is hosting a virtual Local Government Engagement Conversation Café on August 31, a peer learning opportunity on meeting the challenges of local government engagement. Visit POWR’s Events webpage for recordings of past online events and educational sessions.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 5, 2022

Berks County-based Berks Nature is seeking qualified candidates to fill two positions-- -- Vice President for Land & Conservation Programs to strategically plan and implement our land, water, urban greening, and conservation outreach programs. Salary will be $75,000-95,000, commensurate with experience.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 22, 2022

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2022 Women In Conservation Awards Program to recognize excellence in conservation and to forge a stronger network of women who are deeply committed to working to protect Pennsylvania’s environment. This woman can be active in communities, business, government and science fields.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 15, 2021

For more information on programs, initiatives, upcoming educational programs and other events, visit the Allegheny Land Trust website. Related Article: -- Help Wanted: Western PA Conservancy/DCNR Regional Watershed Forestry Specialist [Posted: October 15, 2021] PA Environment Digest Click Here for all the details.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 2, 2024

We understand that as a company, we play an important role in protecting, restoring, and enhancing these shared resources, but we also know we can’t do it alone,” said Pennsylvania American Water Vice President of Business Development, Government and External Affairs Thom Chiomento.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 29, 2024

18-20 In WV Registration Open For Chesapeake Conservation Landscaping Council Level 1 Certification Training Beginning July 30 Join Master Watershed Stewards In Lancaster County For June 13 Waterways On Wheels Bike Tour A Dozen Nonprofit, Agency, Municipal Environmental Experts Team Up To Tackle Stormwater Runoff In The Lake Erie Watershed Dept. /DEP

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 7, 2021

On June 7, PennFuture announced the winners of the Celebrating Women In Conservation Awards from Northeast PA and the Lehigh Valley presented by NextEra Energy Resources.The winners will be recognized during a special program on September 9.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 10, 2021

The PA Conservative Energy Forum will host a number of events to help celebrate National Clean Energy Week and educate policymakers and consumers about clean energy solutions through the fall. Click Here to register. -- October 20: Solar Energy Permitting for Local Governments webinar. 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. 10:00 to 11:30 a.m.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

WeConserve PA has issued a call for workshop proposals and is now accepting nominations for its Local Government Conservation Leadership Award related to its 2022 PA Land Conservation Conference to be held March 16-18 in Gettysburg. Educational sessions will be scheduled on Thursday and Friday, March 17 & 18.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 19, 2024

The January 24 meeting of DCNR’s Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council will feature a discussion of the newly released Growing Outdoor Recreation for Pennsylvania Report conclusions and recommendations. For more information and available handouts, visit DCNR’s Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council webpage.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The Richard King Mellon Foundation is a longtime and generous supporter of Allegheny College, and we are very grateful for the foundation’s vision in providing this funding to create the Watershed Conservation Research Center,” Allegheny College President Hilary L. Allegheny College in Crawford County has received a $1.25

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 1, 2022

The latest Pike County Conservation District newsletter includes an overview of wetlands conservation, an announcement of a new Environmental Resources for New Homeowners webpage and an Intern Help Wanted notice. May is Wetlands Month, so watch Pike Conservation District social media for lots more information.

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