Circle of Blue

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

Although the new rice varieties also cut down on farm labor, Reuters reports that water conservation is likely the main attraction for Indian farmers, who rely heavily on monsoon rains. Now, electricity cuts could disrupt water supplies in the province of Jilin, Al Jazeera reports.

2021 130

2021 Conservation Electricity Government 130

Real Climate

AUGUST 17, 2022

This is an historic effort though it falls short of the broader ‘ Green New Deal ‘ goals that were proposed in 2019, and doesn’t include all of the elements that were in the proposed 2021 reconcilliation package (the American Jobs Plan in “ Build Back Better “) that ultimately floundered.

Paris Agreement 361

Paris Agreement Air Pollution Renewable Energy 2030 361

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 27, 2023

A 2021 report by California state agencies calls for an additional 16,900 megawatts (MW) of utility-scale solar and an additional 12,500 MW of customer solar by 2030, making up 61 percent of new clean electricity resources. Source: 2021 SB 100 Joint Agency Report, California Energy Commission.

Solar Power 293

Solar Power Clean Energy Renewable Energy Electricity 293

Legal Planet

JUNE 16, 2022

The EIA reports that: “Fossil fuel sources accounted for about 69% of South Korea’s electricity generation in 2019, and the share of nuclear power accounted for 25%. Coal-fired power, which is a baseload source, is the dominant fossil fuel used to generate electricity (40%), and natural gas-fired capacity is the second-largest source (26%).”.

Climate Change 246

Climate Change Fossil Fuels Paris Agreement 2030 246

A Greener Life

JUNE 27, 2022

In March, start-up BasiGo became the first company to launch an electric passenger bus in Kenya. We selected BYD because they are the largest manufacturer of electric buses globally and they are known for battery technology that is state-of-the-art,” BasiGo co-founder and CEO Jit Bhattacharya told China Dialogue.

Electricity 97

Electricity Greenhouse 2030 2020 97

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

The PJM Interconnection , the regional electric grid operator that includes Pennsylvania, has issued a Cold Weather Alert and declared Conservative Operations throughout the PJM footprint for February 3–4 in anticipation of frigid temperatures. With the Cold Weather Alert and a preceding Cold Weather Advisory issued Jan.

Electricity 83

Electricity Conservation Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 83

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 14, 2024

On January 12, the PJM Interconnection declared ‘Conservative Operations’ to maintain electric grid reliability forced by natural gas pipeline fuel restrictions brought on by winter weather impacts on their operations. No action is requested of the public. No action is requested of the public.

Natural Gas 92

Natural Gas Electricity Conservation 2023 92

Law Columbia

APRIL 18, 2023

Berkeley’s so-called “natural gas ban” was the first local ordinance in the country to effectively require all-electric construction of new buildings. Local governments have structured or are considering structuring all-electric construction policies in a variety of ways, some of which remain untouched by the Ninth Circuit ruling.

Conservation 122

Conservation Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Government 122

Circle of Blue

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

More than a week after Hurricane Ida made landfall in Louisiana, residents in lower Plaquemines Parish returned to their homes, many of which had no electricity and no access to safe drinking water. In New Orleans, the Sewerage and Water Board asked residents to conserve water to prevent sewage backups.

2021 130

2021 2012 Ocean 2019 130

Environmental Progress

APRIL 20, 2021

Testimony before the United States House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce For a hearing on “Power Struggle: Examining the 2021 Texas Grid Failure” Written statement submitted by: Michael D. Some have argued that weather-dependent energies would, paradoxically, make electricity even more reliable. percent, 47.4

2021 108

2021 Renewable Energy Electricity Natural Gas 108

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

On September 21, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced DCNR will produce or purchase 100 percent of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. gigawatt hours of electricity by 2030 with a plan to have the department produce 15.5 DCNR expects to use 28.7

2030 99

2030 Electricity Clean Energy Natural Resources 99

Circle of Blue

OCTOBER 1, 2021

When at full capacity, the plant has the ability to supply electricity to up to 800,000 homes. The post The Stream, October 1, 2021: Australia’s Senate Rejects Proposal For New Murray Darling Basin Management Plan appeared first on Circle of Blue. Drought in the American West. Your need-to-know drought coverage for the week. .

2021 130

2021 2011 Conservation Climate Change 130

PA Environment Daily

MAY 2, 2024

On May 2, PJM Interconnection , the regional electricity grid operator that includes Pennsylvania, announced it expects to meet summer electricity demand in 2024, though continuing generator retirements and increasing demand continue to erode reserve levels for the operator of the nation’s largest electrical grid.

Electricity 109

Electricity Natural Gas 2024 2006 109

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

On November 22, the Public Utility Commission alerted consumers and small businesses that most utilities will be adjusting their price to compare for electric generation on December 1st – with potentially large winter energy cost increases in some areas for non-shopping (default service) customers. cents to 7.98 cents to 7.98

Natural Gas 94

Natural Gas Electricity 2028 Clean Energy 94

Union of Concerned Scientists

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

electricity generation. Renewables are continuing to increase their share of the power sector, rising to almost 23 percent of the nation’s electricity supply last year, which was higher than the generation from both coal-fired and nuclear plants. In other words, when the air is hot, gas power plants cannot generate as much electricity.

Fossil Fuels 217

Fossil Fuels Cooling Electricity 2015 217

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 20, 2023

On March 20, the Public Utility Commission strongly encourages residents across Pennsylvania to #SaveInPA – exploring electric power shopping options which could result in substantial savings on the energy portion of their monthly electric bills, especially during high-usage times. Read more here. That figure is in addition to the 1.2

Electricity 90

Electricity Natural Gas 2022 2023 90

Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Looking back, we noticed that MPP David Piccini, Ontario’s Minister of Environment, Conservation and Parks, made some less than accurate claims about Ontario’s environmental record. Electric Vehicles. In British Columbia, 10 per cent of all vehicles sold in Q2 2021 were EVs. Let’s take a look. Not by a long shot.

Greenhouse 119

Greenhouse 2017 Electricity 2018 119

Law and Environment

AUGUST 11, 2022

The proposals shall ensure equitable participation by all electric vehicle owners and lessees. Department of Energy , there were 30,470 EVs registered in the Commonwealth as of December 31, 2021. The Department shall approve the rebates not later than June 30, 2023; and. According to the U.S.

Clean Energy 130

Clean Energy Electricity Fossil Fuels Greenhouse 130

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021

Wolf, AG Shapiro To Support A Total Ban On Road Dumping Of Oil & Gas Drilling Wastewater; 240.4 Wolf, AG Shapiro To Support A Total Ban On Road Dumping Of Oil & Gas Drilling Wastewater; 240.4 Wolf, AG Shapiro To Support A Total Ban On Road Dumping Of Oil & Gas Drilling Wastewater; 240.4

Conservation 78

Conservation Carbon Emissions Sea Level 2001 78

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 19, 2023

Of Human Services To Extend Federal Drinking Water, Wastewater Bill Assistance Programs [PaEN] -- WHYY: LIHEAPalooza Teaches Philadelphians How To Lower Utility Bills Friday -- Sustainable Community Network Of SW PA Webinar March 24 - Policy Connection - Environmental Justice.

Conservation 82

Conservation Natural Gas Nuclear Power Air Pollution 82

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 14, 2024

Thank you for your leadership! -- Myers Family Farm In Centre County Receives 2023 PA Leopold Conservation Award [PaEN] -- PA Dept. Received $6.19 Million Grant For Zero Emission Trucks -- WESA: Casey- Federal Funding To Grant PA Schools Clean Energy Buses -- PA Capital-Star: PA To Receive $47.3 17 [PaEN] -- Penn State Extension: Feb.

Conservation 82

Conservation Natural Gas 2023 Recycling 82

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 10, 2022

-- PA Environmental Council Recognizes DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn With Lifetime Achievement Award [PaEN] -- PA Wilds Launches Initiative To Attract Remote Workers To Region For A Lifestyle Experience [PaEN] -- 3-Part Webinar Series Highlights Importance Of PA's Outdoor Recreation Industry, Starting April 19 [PaEN] -- PA County Conservation Districts (..)

Conservation 84

Conservation Earth Day Renewable Energy Clean Energy 84

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Steel -- 37 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA -- Gov. Setting PFOA/PFOS Drinking Water Standard And The First MCL Developed By DEP [PaEN] -- 68 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA -- What Can We Expect From Gov.

Conservation 87

Conservation 2023 Natural Gas Waste 87

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 17, 2024

On January 16, a Tweet from the Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee announced the Committee will hold a second hearing February 1 with its counterpart in the Ohio Legislature on electric grid reliability within the PJM Interconnection. No time or place for the hearing was Tweeted yet as of this posting. Read more here.

Natural Gas 88

Natural Gas Electricity 2022 2023 88

Physics World

AUGUST 4, 2021

Electric moments without any poles. This idea received a boost in 1957 when the theoretical physicist Yakov Zel’dovich predicted that the effects of parity violation on electric charges would yield electric moments without any poles. cm above the non-radiating source prototype.

Radiation 145

Radiation Electricity Technology Technology 145

PA Environment Daily

MAY 5, 2024

Thank you for your leadership! -- Pennsylvania Celebrates Conservation District Week April 28 to May 4 [PaEN] -- Warren Times - Josh Cotton: Students Participate In Annual Warren Conservation District Envirothon Competition -- Lock Haven Express: Centre County Celebrates Envirothon Winners, Conservation District Week -- Republican Herald: Team From (..)

Conservation 83

Conservation Nuclear Power Waste 2024 83

PA Environment Daily

MAY 20, 2023

-- PennLive: PennLive Outdoors Reporter Marcus Schneck Honored With Posthumous Award From PA Parks & Forest Foundation -- Winners Of 14th Annual PA Parks & Forests Foundation Awards -- Fish & Boat Commission Announces Awards For Outstanding Achievements In Law Enforcement By Waterways Conservation Officers -- Pittsburgh Business Times: (..)

Conservation 68

Conservation 2018 Clean Energy Electricity 68

Ocean Conservancy

DECEMBER 27, 2021

This event is notable for several reasons, particularly because this was the third time in 2021 that this type of fish made landfall. The initial sighting took place in May 2021 and received moderate local media coverage. Thanks for signing up for Ocean Conservancy emails. See more wonderful ocean animals!

Ocean 136

Ocean Conservation 2021 Electricity 136

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 22, 2022

When the sun isn’t shining or the wind isn’t blowing, batteries help store clean energy to continue supplying electricity to the grid and to customers consistently and reliably. Explore some of UCS’s resources on electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling here , here , here, here and here. A 2021 study by Bamana et al.

Renewable Energy 175

Renewable Energy Fossil Fuels Clean Energy Recycling 175

PA Environment Daily

MAY 17, 2023

Additionally, they are encouraged to learn more about options for managing energy costs by exploring the Commission’s official electric shopping website, PAPowerSwitch.com, for details on competitive offers for electricity supplies and energy conservation tips. The PTC averages 40% to 60% of the customer’s total utility bill.

Natural Gas 71

Natural Gas Electricity Renewable Energy Cooling 71

Circle of Blue

MAY 10, 2022

Water conservation is a constant negotiation for Summer, a 58-year-old Oak Park resident. Since the mid-1980s, water prices grew at a higher rate than garbage, electricity, and natural gas, as well as the broader Consumer Price Index, which is a national measure of inflation. . Some opt only for bill credits and conservation. .

2022 306

2022 Government 2018 Electricity 306

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Wolf: Proposed EPA Vehicle Fuel Economy Standards To Help Pennsylvanians Breathe Easier, Save Money -- New Conservative Energy Network Poll: 84% Support Govt. [PaEN] -- Lancaster Clean Water Partners To Begin Accepting Applications For Clean Water Implementation Grants On Jan.

Conservation 62

Conservation Natural Gas Clean Energy Climate Change 62

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 20, 2022

Reflects On 30 Years Of Service -- Sheetz Convenience Stores /Gas Stations Invest In Solar Energy To Power 70% Of Its Pennsylvania Facilities [PaEN] -- Takeaways From PA State Grange Program On Solar Energy Generation And Farming [PaEN] -- 8th Annual PA Renewable Energy Summit March 14-15 In Harrisburg [PaEN] -- DEP Hosts 3 Energy Resiliency Webinars (..)

Conservation 62

Conservation Renewable Energy Natural Gas 2022 62

Edouard Stenger

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) , renewable energy sources are to become the first electricity source by 2025, surpassing dirty coal. Solar and wind are also due to cover most if not all of global electricity demand growth in the meantime. Good news everyone !

2025 52

2025 Electricity Fossil Fuels Carbon Emissions 52

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 14, 2022

On January 14, the Sand County Foundation, American Farmland Trust, The Heinz Endowments, Pennsylvania Farm Bureau and the Department of Agriculture announced Brubaker Farms is the 2021 recipient of the Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award. Applications were reviewed by an independent panel of agricultural and conservation leaders.

Conservation 57

Conservation 2007 Electricity 2021 57

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 30, 2022

Wolf Announces Nearly $45 Million In Funding For Local Community Block Grant Projects, Including Wastewater, Drinking Water And Parks -- Keep PA Beautiful: Final Report On 2021 Healing The Planet Grants Supported By The Giant Company -- TribLive: Penn Hills Shade Tree Commission Needs Volunteers For Planting In Allegheny County Nov.

Conservation 62

Conservation Natural Gas Waste 2021 62

PA Environment Daily

MAY 18, 2023

The LIURP programs are sponsored by electric and natural gas public utilities to provide weatherization and energy use reduction services for low-income customers. The PUC’s existing LIURP regulations apply to natural gas distribution companies and electric distribution companies.

Natural Gas 69

Natural Gas Electricity 2016 Regulations 69