PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 9, 2025

Harness the Power of the Sun" is a 12 week curriculum diving into energy, electricity, circuits, solar photovoltaics, electric vehicles and more. Visit the Philadelphia Solar Energy Association website for more solar energy education resources. Click Here to download these free resources.

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Electricity Climate Change 2025 104

PA Environment Daily

MAY 18, 2025

4-8 [PaEN] -- Penn State University To Host Online Solar Law Symposium Aug. 21 [PaEN] -- Call For Presentations: PA Abandoned Mine Reclamation Conference Oct. 4-8 [PaEN] -- Penn State University To Host Online Solar Law Symposium Aug. 21 [PaEN] -- Call For Presentations: PA Abandoned Mine Reclamation Conference Oct.

Natural Gas 52

Natural Gas Electricity Nuclear Power Waste 52

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 16, 2025

10-12 In State College [PaEN] Public Participation -- PA Environmental Educators Urge Action In Response To New Federal Directives Impacting Environmental Education; Take National Survey Gathering Insights From Educators [PaEN] -- PA, NY To Host Feb. School Campus Could Save $10 Million -- TribLive: Developer Appeals Unity Twp.

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Natural Gas 2025 2013 Conservation 65

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Learn how this Benton, Columbia County-based manufacturer has implemented system controls, electricity management programs, waste heat capture, air quality upgrades, and recycling programs to boost efficiency and sustainability. Click Here to register and for more information.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The Washington & Jefferson College Center for Energy Policy and Management will host a free March 19 webina r on PJM Interconnections role as the Mid-Atlantic regional electric transmission organization in meeting increasing electric demand and ensuring reliable service while the amount of available generation capacity continues to tighten.

Electricity 62

Electricity Natural Gas 2025 Fossil Fuels 62

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

Route 220 in Bedford Township is being built for a facility that provides liquid natural gas as fuel for electricity generation, transportation and heat. The renewable energy source has generated more than 959,000 kilowatt-hours of energy, or 76% of the facilitys total electricity.

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Natural Gas Electricity Renewable Energy Solar Power 107

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 23, 2025

1 At The Southeast Agricultural Research Farm In Centre County [PaEN] -- Lehigh Valleys Wildlands Conservancy Highlights April Educational Programs; Tree Planting; Hikes; Summer Camps -- PittsburghUnionProgress.com: Its Spring! Visit DEPs Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources.

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Recycling 2025 Conservation Waste 62

PA Environment Daily

MAY 11, 2025

GW [PaEN] -- House Energy Committee Hears Testimony On How PA Has Enough Geothermal Energy To Meet 100% Of Pennsylvanias Electricity, Heating Energy Needs [PaEN] -- Evangelical Environmental Network Celebrates House Passage Of Community Solar Energy Legislation In PA [PaEN] -- Sen. GW Of Power-- 7 In PA With Power Potential Of 1.2

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Conservation Renewable Energy Clean Energy Electricity 55

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 23, 2024

25 In Harrisburg Ag Conservation Professionals! 25 In Harrisburg Ag Conservation Professionals! Get Your Passport To 2025 PA Farm Show, Enhance Your Conservation Skills Starting Jan. 16 Webinar On Winter Salting and Local Waterway Impacts: Opportunities To Work For Change Penn State Extension Jan.

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2025 Natural Gas Conservation Natural Resources 94

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 25, 2025

The tour was held to educate Spring Mill residents about the benefits of solar energy and how they can go solar if interested. The carport system also powers free electric vehicle charging stations available for market customers. The carport produces enough energy to offset two-thirds of their annual energy usage.

Clean Energy 92

Clean Energy Electricity Solar Power Renewable Energy 92

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 19, 2024

School districts, intermediate units, charter schools including cyber, regional, and a school for education of the deaf or the blind, area career and technical schools, specific trade and technical schools, and community colleges are eligible to apply. The deadline for applications is January 31. Click Here to apply and all the details.

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Electricity Natural Gas Natural Resources Clean Energy 79

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 24, 2025

Rising electricity demand from U.S. Electricity demand to power these centers is projected to increase as well. The report identifies at least 17 dirty fossil-fuel power plants nationwide that have delayed their anticipated closure or are at risk of being kept open longer than planned to meet increasing electricity demand.

Nuclear Power 80

Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Electricity 80

PA Environment Daily

JULY 25, 2024

Visit DCNR’s Conservation Education Opportunities webpage for more on programs and opportunities for people of all ages in all regions. Click Here to sign up for your own copy. Related Articles: -- DCNR Virtual Grant Workshop For Recreation, Conservation Projects Set For Nov. 7 [PaEN] -- DCNR: Aug. 7 [PaEN] -- DCNR: Aug.

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2024 Conservation Electricity 99

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 10, 2025

Solar energy is a fantastic investment especially at a time when electricity costs are forecast to climb higher and higher, said Lisa Shulock, Director of Commercial Programs at the Philadelphia Energy Authority. Adding solar is a particularly smart approach for large energy consumers facing unpredictable and escalating electricity prices.

Clean Energy 89

Clean Energy Electricity Earth Day 2025 89

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Pollinator Newsletter: York County Habitat Of Merit Award Winner; Late Season Bloomers; Safe Havens For Pollinators; Pollinator Podcast Help Wanted: Foundation For Pennsylvania Watersheds - Grants Program Administrator Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults PA Assn. 26 to Nov.

Air Pollution 95

Air Pollution Recycling Natural Gas Conservation 95

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Of Labor Electric Vehicle Apprenticeship Program Coming To Pittsburgh Upcoming Events -- LancasterOnline - Erin Negley: New Law Limits Grass Fertilizer In PA; Free Sept. Of Labor Electric Vehicle Apprenticeship Program Coming To Pittsburgh Upcoming Events -- LancasterOnline - Erin Negley: New Law Limits Grass Fertilizer In PA; Free Sept.

Natural Gas 84

Natural Gas Natural Resources Clean Energy Renewable Energy 84

Union of Concerned Scientists

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Transportation is the largest source of global warming emissions in the United States, with passenger cars and trucks being the single largest contributor, so we know a swift transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is a critical part of addressing climate change. Targeted policies informed by data can accelerate the transition.

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Electricity Fossil Fuels Climate Change 240

Legal Planet

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Although NRG Energy as a company does generate some electricity using some renewable sources like solar and wind, more than 80% of its fuel mix is from fossil fuels, according to a 2023 analysis of the top 47 investor-owned utilities. It’s a relatively subtle way to get the crowd on its feet for hard-working teachers. And an oil company.

2019 298

2019 Fossil Fuels 2023 Environmental Science 298

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

On November 21, the Public Utility Commission announced it will hold a technical conference on the adequacy of electricity supplies in Pennsylvania Monday, November 25 from 9:00 a.m. Resource Links - Electric Grid: -- Gov. Billion Hydrogen, Natural Gas Tax Credit, Shapiro Wants To Rewrite The Law To Boost Electricity Production -- Sen.

Electricity 87

Electricity Natural Gas Natural Resources Clean Energy 87

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 18, 2024

17 -- Lehigh Valley-Based Wildlands Conservancy Highlights September Activities, Education Programs; Birds, Butterflies Migrating -- Heritage Conservancy, Partners Host Aug. Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. 10; Training Oct. Carbon County -- DEP To Hold Sept. 10; Training Oct.

Nuclear Power 86

Nuclear Power Natural Gas Conservation Clean Energy 86

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

2-3 In-Person Educator Workshop- Dive Even Deeper: Watershed Literacy And Tree Plantings In Lancaster County [PaEN] -- Pike, Wayne Conservation Districts, Trout Unlimited Chapter Partner On New Stream Keepers Youth Program Oct. Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. 11 Webinar On $396.1

Nuclear Power 75

Nuclear Power Electricity Conservation Recycling 75

Union of Concerned Scientists

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

An ambitious law that promises to accelerate the state’s clean energy transition, CEJA provides a detailed framework for greater utility transparency and accountability to update electricity distribution infrastructure to ensure a clean energy future. Utilities have a clear to-do list.

Clean Energy 275

Clean Energy Fossil Fuels 2012 Law 275

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. Celebrate Trees And Streams ! PaEN] -- Post-Gazette: Mt. Of Health Seeks Participants In Oct. Maybe [Three Mile Island Nuclear Plant Restart] Background On Issues -- PA Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - Sept.

Nuclear Power 81

Nuclear Power 2028 Natural Gas Carbon Dioxide 81

Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The Electric Vehicle Availability Standard is a holiday gift to the planet. This regulation will also help address affordability challenges by ensuring that the budget electric vehicle (EV) models coming to market aren’t just available overseas, but are readily available in Canada too.

Electricity 97

Electricity Regulations 2026 Climate Change 97

PA Environment Daily

MAY 23, 2025

Customer Charge Increase By Wellsboro Electric; 18% Gas Increase + 13.4% Customer Charge Increase By Wellsboro Electric; 18% Gas Increase + 13.4% Customer Charge Increase By Wellsboro Electric; 18% Gas Increase + 13.4% Resource Links: -- Natural Gas Pipeline Pigging Facility Malfunction Dec. 27 Released 1.1

Natural Gas 79

Natural Gas Electricity 2025 Clean Energy 79

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

On November 11, Energy Justice Advocates announced PECO has agreed to contract for 25 MW of solar energy as part of its default power procurement for electric customers from June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2029 as a result of a settlement recently approved by the Public Utility Commission. PECO serves nearly 1.7

Fossil Fuels 79

Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy 2029 Clean Energy 79

PA Environment Daily

JULY 3, 2023

With electric vehicles (EVs) a fast-growing part of everyday transportation around the world, I wanted to share my personal experiences and opinions on driving a Chevy Bolt EV over 32,000 miles during the past 4 years, mostly in western Pennsylvania. The details—708 miles of driving used 163 kWh of electricity at my local cost of $23.50

Electricity 97

Electricity Carbon Dioxide 2019 2023 97

Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 14, 2023

Regardless of where we live, we should all have the opportunity to enjoy the benefits provided by electric vehicles. These benefits range from the reduced cost of operation , the reduced need for maintenance and the improved performance, to the fact that electric vehicles have no tailpipe emissions.

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Electricity 2020 Air Pollution Technology 246

PA Environment Daily

JULY 24, 2024

For many drivers, 2024 marks their first year behind the wheel of an electric vehicle. PIRG Education Fund, and Frontier Group helps those newbies, as well as early adopters of EVs, find state and national parks where they can plug in their electric vehicles while enjoying nature. Transportation is the United States’ No.

Electricity 79

Electricity Air Pollution Climate Change 2030 79

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 2, 2024

1 Electricity Price Changes; Rates Will Vary From 8.4% Decrease To 31.2% 10 - Invasive Toolkit For Landowners Penn State Extension Dec. 12 Webinar - Cost-Benefit of Voluntary Carbon Projects: Online Tool Demo Pennsylvania Forest Seminar Webinar Jan.

Conservation 86

Conservation Electricity Natural Resources 2024 86

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

16 & 17 [PaEN] Programs/Information -- DCNR State Parks February Environmental Education Newsletter Gets To The Heart Of Winter Educational Experiences [PaEN] -- Post-Gazette - Mary Ann Thomas: PA State Park Visits Rise, Presque Isle Beaches, Trails Are No. Monroe County [PaEN] -- LancasterOnline: DEP Hearing Coming Feb.

Natural Gas 83

Natural Gas Recycling Climate Change Solar Power 83

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 6, 2024

Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. 9 -- DEP Advisory Group To Hear How DEP Proposes To Implement New Federal Methane Reduction Rule For Conventional Oil & Gas, Shale Gas Wells, Infrastructure Oct. 28 to Oct. 28 to Oct. Posted: October 6, 2024] PA Environment Digest

Waste 76

Waste Conservation Electricity Regulations 76

PA Environment Daily

MAY 17, 2025

Natural Gas Rate Increase By Columbia Gas [PaEN] -- PennLive: PPL Customers Will See Another Rate Increase June 1 - 16% [Due To Regional Electric Market Issues] -- US EIA: US Natural Gas Prices Double Last Year Due To LNG Exports, Demand Driving Electricity Prices Higher This Summer [PaEN] -- North American Electric Reliability Corp.:

Law 66

Law Natural Gas Electricity 2025 66

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 22, 2024

20 RiverWatch Video Report -- Post-Gazette: PA Farmers Turning To No-Till Farming Focusing On Bottom Line, Human Health -- Penn State Extension Conservation Cornerstone: Jan. 20 RiverWatch Video Report -- Post-Gazette: PA Farmers Turning To No-Till Farming Focusing On Bottom Line, Human Health -- Penn State Extension Conservation Cornerstone: Jan.

Conservation 82

Conservation Natural Gas Electricity 2024 82

PA Environment Daily

MAY 5, 2024

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: May 5, 2024] PA Environment Digest

Conservation 83

Conservation Waste 2024 Clean Energy 83

PA Environment Daily

MAY 15, 2025

Shapiro Launches Legislative Push for 'Lightning Plan To Build More Energy Projects, Speed Up Permitting, Lower Costs, Create Jobs For Pennsylvanians [PaEN] Related Articles This Week: -- Rise Of The Machines: Senate, House Members Express Concern That Demand For Power To Run Computers Is Impacting The Price And Availability Of Electricity For Ordinary (..)

Clean Energy 78

Clean Energy Electricity Natural Gas 2025 78

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 3, 2024

Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources. 28 -- PUC Reminder Of Opportunities To Comment On Proposed 18.7% 28 -- PUC Reminder Of Opportunities To Comment On Proposed 18.7% Million Fine Over Clairton Coke [Coal] Works Air Pollution -- Post-Gazette: US Steel Fined $1.9

Natural Gas 84

Natural Gas Clean Energy Recycling 2008 84