Union of Concerned Scientists

JANUARY 26, 2023

Last year, the Kentucky legislature passed SB205 to address “state dealings with companies that engage in energy company boycotts.” That’s why we must take a pause and ensure that these wonky policies are not purely politically motivated and at the expense of taxpayers. The bill was sponsored by Kentucky state senator Robbie Mills.

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Enviromental Defense

MAY 31, 2022

To help voters determine which candidates would deliver the needed course correction, Environmental Defence and its allies in the Ontario Priorities Working Group asked each of the province’s major political parties whether – and how – they would deliver the rapid emissions reductions Ontario will need to head off climate catastrophe. .

Climate Change 91

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Law Columbia

DECEMBER 22, 2022

2022 was no different, with courts further delineating the procedural dimensions of climate cases and expanding on the responsibilities of stakeholders for climate mitigation and adaption. In June 2022, the Prague Municipal Court ruled in Klimatická žaloba ČR v. See a detailed analysis of the decision here.).

2022 132

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Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 20, 2023

This is despite the clean energy progress the power sector has experienced to date—and despite the groundwork laid for more progress from leading states, as well as the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The Supreme Court clipped the agency’s wings in its 2022 West Virginia v. And more gas is slated to come.

Clean Air Act 246

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Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 21, 2022

The first Earth Day was envisioned by one of its founders, the former Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson, as a way to “shake up the political establishment,” and broaden national attention to environmental issues through teach-ins, demonstrations, and other advocacy. A big tent for our planet.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 29, 2022

By Elena Weissmann, Vote Solar & Annie Regan, ReImagine Appalachia - PennFuture This guest essay originally appeared in the January 28, 2022 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette -- Every Pennsylvanian has the right to clean air, safe drinking water and a healthy home, but not every Pennsylvanian has access to these basic rights.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 28, 2023

By Dave Jenkins, Conservatives For Responsible Stewardshi p The following goest essay first appeared in the Erie Times on March 27, 2023 -- We are at an inflection point on energy: 2022 was the first year when global investment in carbon-free sources of energy matched investment in fossil fuels.

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Enviromental Defense

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Glasgow — Today at COP26, Canada, US, Mali, UK, and 20 other countries and institutions from both developed and developing countries launched a joint statement committing to end direct international public finance for unabated coal, oil and gas by the end of 2022 and prioritize clean energy finance. ” .

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Fossil Fuels 2022 2018 Renewable Energy 94

Clean Energy Law

MARCH 18, 2024

Green , and James Bee On 15 March 2024, EU Member States endorsed the Belgian Presidency’s political deal on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), despite Germany abstaining from the vote. Davies , Michael D. For more information on the original proposal, refer to this Latham blog post.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 21, 2022

On December 5, 2022, scientists at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in California focused the power of a stadium-sized laser at a target no larger than a thimble, vaporizing it within a few billionths of a second. A tool for science (and politics).

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

On September 12, former DEP Secretary Patrick McDonnell was appointed President & CEO of PennFuture , a statewide advocacy organization dedicated to protecting public health, restoring and protecting natural resources, and moving Pennsylvania toward a clean energy future. Posted: September 12, 2022] PA Environment Digest

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

EIA [New Appalachia Gas Wells Producing Lowest Since June 2020] -- Bloomberg: Ransomware Cyber Attacks On Industrial Firms, Natural Gas Sector Increased By 87% In 2022 -- PennLive Guest Essay: Philadelphia - Don’t Miss The Big Picture On LNG Natural Gas, You Need An Export Terminal - By Sen. 2021 Levels - U.S.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 1, 2023

It will save school districts and taxpayers money, create new learning opportunities and invest in statewide clean energy,” she added. GW Of Coal, Natural Gas Power Plants Being Offline; Renewables Logged New Records In Generation -- Reuters: Jobs In US Energy Grew 3.8%

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Natural Gas Clean Energy Solar Power Carbon Emissions 97

PA Environment Daily

MAY 19, 2023

Natural Gas Prices Surge 11% After Report Stockpiles Expanded Less Than Analysts Expected -- Reuters: Alberta Wildfires Hit Natural Gas Flow Out Of Canada To U.S.,

Natural Gas 108

Natural Gas Clean Energy Electricity Politics 108

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

At Jennings Environmental Education Center A Rainy Success In Butler County [PaEN] -- DEP Awards $2.9 Million In Grants To Schools, Businesses, Local Governments To Switch To Zero- Or Low-Emission Vehicles; Next Round Of Applications Due Dec.

Natural Gas 106

Natural Gas Clean Energy Electricity Politics 106

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 28, 2023

Other States/National/International -- Bloomberg: Here’s How Much Top US Polluters Must Cut Methane Emissions To Avoid Fees -- AP: U.S. Other States/National/International -- Bloomberg: Here’s How Much Top US Polluters Must Cut Methane Emissions To Avoid Fees -- AP: U.S.

Fossil Fuels 104

Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Clean Energy Conservation 104

A Greener Life

JULY 30, 2021

The country’s struggle to reduce its reliance on coal was significantly helped by the purely ideological and populist decision to phase out all its nuclear power stations by 2022 (initially following the Fukushima accident in 2011 in Japan) . They also get renewable energy from other European neighbours, mainly Denmark.

Climate Change 98

Climate Change Renewable Energy Fossil Fuels Nuclear Power 98

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 19, 2023

Million, 11.35% Increase Over March 2022 -- Post-Gazette Editorial: COVID Still Demands Vigilance Click Here for latest PA Environmental News Like PA Environment Digest on Facebook Follow PA Environment Digest on Twitter Read Weekly PA Environment Digest [Posted: April 19, 2023] PA Environment Digest

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

His priority is ensuring Pennsylvania has a comprehensive climate and energy policy plan that will move all of us forward. He stands head and shoulders above the Republican candidates, who threaten to roll back environmental protections and double down on the failed environmental policies of the past.”

Natural Gas 109

Natural Gas Clean Energy Renewable Energy Greenhouse 109

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 13, 2023

House holds Regular Session April 24, 25, 26 -- Committee Schedule -- Updated: House Budget Hearing Schedule - April 13, 14 Senate holds Regular Session April 24, 25, 26 -- Committee Schedule -- Updated Senate Budget Hearing Schedule - April 13 TODAY’s Calendar Of Events -- DEP Issues Three More Air Quality Violations To Shell Petrochemical Plant In (..)

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Natural Gas Electricity Air Pollution Renewable Energy 109

HumanNature

MARCH 11, 2024

Sounding Green” has not only become politically correct, but also a possible finance-generating mechanism. Climate is a global issue and when complex political systems around the world are brought together, solutions cannot be straightforward. Developing countries need renewable energy investments of about US$1.7 Ryan-Collins.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 18, 2023

What We (Don’t) Eat -- PA Energy Development Authority To Meet Aug.

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Natural Gas Clean Energy Renewable Energy Natural Resources 97

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 10, 2023

Senate Committee On Ohio/PA Train Derailment [PaEN] -- Politics PA: Sen. Preserves 186 Acres Along One Of The Few Class A Wild Trout Streams In PA [PaEN] -- Game Commission Hosts 10 Regional Public Information Sessions On Reintroduction Of The American Marten Ohio/PA Train Derailment -- Sen. Bob Casey Testifies Before U.S.

Natural Gas 109

Natural Gas Recycling Electricity Fossil Fuels 109

PA Environment Daily

MAY 22, 2023

Trillion In Damages From Extreme Weather Over Past 50 Years PA Politics - Everything Is Connected -- PA Capital-Star: Inside Shapiro’s 2022 Landslide And What It Means For 2024 -- AP: Back In Hoodies And Gym Shorts, Fetterman Tackles U.S.

Natural Gas 105

Natural Gas Air Pollution Clean Energy Climate Change 105

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 10, 2023

He received his bachelor’s degree in political science from Wagner College, where he was a consensus football all-American and served as captain of the 1987 National Championship football team. Both are widely supported on both sides of the political aisle and have served the Commonwealth with integrity and innovative ideas.

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2015 Natural Resources Politics Conservation 98

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 21, 2023

Earl Baker -- The Center Square - Anthony Hennen: As Solar Energy Generation Grows, So Do Questions About Power Grid Upkeep Costs -- City & State PA Guest Essay: Community Solar Energy Will Create Jobs, Boost PA’s Economy - By PA Building & Construction Trades Council -- U.S. DOE Awards PA $16.2

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Carbon Dioxide Natural Gas Clean Energy 2023 103

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

15 Sinnemahone Trail Run [PaEN] -- MCall: Elk That Got Loose In Northampton County Returned To Owner -- Scranton Times Editorial: Wildlife Corridors Save Lives, Money 6th Oil/Natural Gas Spike: True Energy Independence Means Renewables [ There Is No Limit To What Oil/Natural Gas Industry Can Make You Pay ] -- Forbes: U.S. /PA

Natural Gas 63

Natural Gas Politics 2030 Clean Energy 63

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 28, 2022

LNG exports to Europe temporarily for the next two years and for reducing demand for all natural gas and accelerating deployment of clean energy measures in Europe. LNG exports to Europe temporarily for the next two years and for reducing demand for all natural gas and accelerating deployment of clean energy measures in Europe.

Natural Gas 98

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 2010 Clean Energy 98

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

Billion Endowment -- New Planet Philadelphia Radio Program Feb. Shapiro Will Not Execute Any Inmates While He Is In Office, Calls For Repeal -- TribLive: Sen.

Natural Gas 110

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 2023 Clean Energy 110

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Other States/National/International -- AP: Policy, Climate, War Make 2022 ‘Pivot Year’ For Clean Energy -- The Economist: Why Climate Change Is Intimately Tied To Biodiversity PA Politics - Everything Is Connected -- Meadville Tribune: U.S. 6 - Creating An Edible Landscape. 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Clean Water Act 63

Clean Water Act Politics 2022 Clean Energy 63

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 29, 2023

Route 7 In Ferrisburgh Was The Result Of Mechanical Failure Other States/National/International -- WHYY: $393 Million Settlement Reached To Clean Up PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Contamination In South Jersey -- Reuters: Jobs In US Energy Grew 3.8%

Natural Gas 107

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Politics Clean Energy 107

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 21, 2023

To Draft Reliability Standards For Wind, Solar And Storage PA Politics - Everything Is Connected -- PA Capital-Star: Here’s What’s Still Outstanding In Pennsylvania’s State Budget -- Spotlight PA: Gov.

Natural Gas 109

Natural Gas Recycling Waste Electricity 109

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

House returns to session Dec. 13, 14, 15 -- Committee Schedule Senate returns to session Dec.

Carbon Emissions 63

Carbon Emissions Politics Clean Energy 2021 63

Environmental News Bits

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The seven swing states that will decide the upcoming US election have received nearly half of the torrent of clean energy manufacturing dollars unleashed by a landmark 2022 climate bill, a new analysis shows, amid stuttering Democratic efforts to translate new factory jobs into political support.

Clean Energy 40

Clean Energy Politics 2022 40

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 20, 2023

the naturally occurring heat energy in the Earth's subsurface. We are excited to explore this report and continue collaborating with stakeholders on innovative ways to diversify our energy portfolio.” PA Oil & Gas Industry Public Notice Dashboards: -- PA Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - Dec.

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Natural Gas 2012 Air Pollution Renewable Energy 112

Enviromental Defense

JUNE 17, 2024

Recently, the CBC , working with pollster Janet Brown, released the results of its annual spring report card on Alberta’s political and economic well-being. At the same time, blanket upzoning would reduce price speculation and political interference by City Council.

Climate Change 104

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 10, 2022

“Members of industry and labor, understandably, see vast potential for our commonwealth’s economy and job growth, while environmentalists questioned whether this is an actual pathway to clean energy or a detour away from embracing renewable energy.

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