PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Million Payment For American Zinc & Chemical Site Natural Resource Damage In Washington County; Invites Comments On Settlement [PaEN] -- PennVEST Makes $216.3 Million Investment In 33 Drinking Water, Wastewater, Stormwater, Nonpoint Source Pollution Reduction Projects In 21 Counties [PaEN] -- Assn. 7 DCNR Grants Webinar; More!

Nuclear Power 110

Nuclear Power Natural Gas Politics Natural Resources 110

Union of Concerned Scientists

OCTOBER 28, 2022

6 is still driving up Ohioans’ electricity bills—and undermining the state’s prospects for a clean energy future. 6 went into effect, Ohio ratepayers have paid more than $182 million to subsidize two 67-year-old coal-fired power plants operated by the Ohio Valley Electric Corporation (OVEC). Despite the partial repeal, H.B.

Renewable Energy 299

Renewable Energy Nitrogen Oxides Electricity Clean Energy 299

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

November 13-- Moms Clean Air Force: Advocates To Call On Gov. Community Advocates For Clean Energy Webinar On EPA Clean School Bus Grant Program. Shapiro, DEP To Stop Toxic Facilities Targeting PA. In-Person State Capitol Rotunda, Online. November 13-- Virtual. Noon to 1:15 p.m. November 20-- Agenda Posted.

Nuclear Power 103

Nuclear Power Natural Resources 2025 Natural Gas 103

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 2, 2024

Help Wanted -- Shapiro Administration Celebrates 2024 DCNR Ranger Trainee Graduates At Little Buffalo State Park -- Help Wanted: Upstream Pittsburgh Water Equity Director -- Adult Mentors Needed! 1-31 Grants -- EPA Awards $55.7 1-31 Grants -- EPA Awards $55.7 1-31 Grants -- EPA Awards $55.7 to 5:00 p.m. 28 to Oct.

Nuclear Power 78

Nuclear Power 2024 Clean Energy Renewable Energy 78

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 15, 2024

Related Articles: -- New Partnership Launches Initiative To Help 60 Low-And-Middle Income Families In Southeast PA Lease Solar Energy Systems To Reduce Their Energy Costs [PaEN] -- PA Interfaith Power & Light, Jewish Earth Alliance Hosts Aug.

Electricity 109

Electricity Nuclear Power Climate Change 2030 109

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 25, 2022

These models are essentially designed to determine what resources need to be added to the grid to meet certain goals, such as clean energy or emissions reduction goals. Capacity expansion modeling helps determine how many clean resources, such as solar and wind, need to be added to the grid to meet clean energy goals.

Electricity 249

Electricity Clean Energy Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy 249

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 2, 2024

This revitalized energy standard will deliver outsized economic value, improve the reliability of our electricity grid, and position Pennsylvania as a leader in the energy arena for the next twenty years. Of that project funding, 40 percent will be dedicated to directly benefit Environmental Justice communities.

Renewable Energy 74

Renewable Energy Nuclear Power Natural Gas Clean Energy 74

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 13, 2024

Under PACER, 70% of the revenue will be directed back to Pennsylvania residents as a rebate on their electric bill – more than any other cap-and-invest program in the nation – resulting in long-term, price relief on energy costs. Pennsylvania is 45th in the nation in terms of investing in clean energy sources like wind, solar, and hydropower.

Electricity 118

Electricity Natural Gas Clean Energy Renewable Energy 118

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 12, 2024

Email: PaEnviroDigest@gmail.com [Posted: August 12, 2024] PA Environment Digest 16 In Montrose, Susquehanna County Center For Coalfield Justice Hosts Aug. 16 In Montrose, Susquehanna County Center For Coalfield Justice Hosts Aug. 22, 23, 24 PA Assn. Of Environmental Professionals Hosts Aug. 28 To Oct. 6 DCNR To Host Aug.

Nuclear Power 96

Nuclear Power Conservation Fossil Fuels 2014 96

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 3, 2024

Million In Rebates To 21 School Districts For Clean School Buses In Pennsylvania Group Against Smog & Pollution Report Finds Allegheny County Health Dept. 6 Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults Adult Mentors Needed! 28 to Oct. PA Environment Daily Blog : Update on PA environmental issues.

Nuclear Power 95

Nuclear Power Natural Resources Electricity Solar Power 95

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 13, 2024

On March 7, the Independent Fiscal Office issued its latest Pennsylvania Electricity update that reports the electricity grid is dependent on one fuel for 59% of the state’s electricity generation-- natural gas-- followed by nuclear power-- 31.9%, coal-- 5.4% Energy Information Administration. from other sources. Read more here.

Electricity 116

Electricity Natural Gas Renewable Energy Nuclear Power 116

Cresforum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Introduction Hydrogen has been dubbed the “Swiss army knife” of clean energy, given its potential to become a tool to cut emissions in key sectors, as well as to assert U.S. global energy leadership and increase our nation’s competitive edge. According to the U.S.

Fossil Fuels 84

Fossil Fuels Electricity 2028 Natural Gas 84

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 31, 2024

-- Feature- Remembering March 28, 1979 At The Three Mile Island Nuclear Power Plant - The Accident No One Thought Would Happen [PaEN] -- PennLive - Charles Thompson: 45 Years After Infamous Accident, Why Are They Still Cleaning Up Three Mile Island? -- PA Assn.

Conservation 108

Conservation Air Pollution Climate Change Renewable Energy 108

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 15, 2023

PJM filed its proposal with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission after more than a year of stakeholder meetings followed by an accelerated and intensive stakeholder process that began in February.

Natural Gas 85

Natural Gas Electricity Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels 85

Smith Enviorment

JANUARY 22, 2023

The NCUC declined to endorse a specific energy portfolio capable of meeting the interim and final CO 2 reduction goals at all. Instead, the Utilities Commission authorized Duke Energy to take a number of near-term actions in 2023-2024 and created a process for reviewing the electric generation portfolio every two years.

Law 52

Law 2021 Natural Gas 2030 52

PA Environment Daily

JULY 12, 2024

Shapiro Signs 2024-25 Budget, Calls It A ‘Major Victory’ -- AP: PA Lawmakers Pass Nearly $48 Billion State Budget, Almost 2 Weeks Late -- Spotlight PA: Compromises On Education Spending, Tax Cuts, Transit Headline PA’s $47.6 25 [PaEN] -- PennLive: Dry Conditions Are Likely As ‘Relentless’ Heat Continues; Are We Headed For A Drought?

Natural Gas 108

Natural Gas Nuclear Power Politics Carbon Dioxide 108

Environmental Progress

JANUARY 20, 2022

Whereas the existing criteria require that the transitional activity does not hamper the development and deployment of low-carbon alternatives (such as wind, solar or nuclear) the current proposal has no such restriction in function. Summary: The expiry date on nuclear energy is baseless, arbitrary and serves no useful purpose.

Fossil Fuels 52

Fossil Fuels Regulations Waste Technology 52

PA Environment Daily

MAY 30, 2024

Biden Launches Black Voter Outreach And Warn Of Second Term For Ex-President [PA Included] 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: May 30, 2024] PA Environment Digest to 5:00 p.m. -- Citizens Voice: Salem Twp.

Natural Gas 107

Natural Gas Nuclear Power 2024 Renewable Energy 107

Enviromental Defense

JULY 11, 2023

This document is little more than a belated attempt to rationalize the government’s recent announcements for new nuclear and gas facilities. It is certainly not a plan for clean energy generation – it’s a plan to keep critics at bay while the province keeps polluting and using antiquated and dangerous technologies.

Clean Energy 75

Clean Energy Nuclear Power Electricity 2017 75

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 11, 2024

21 Online Community Engagement And Climate Resilience Planning Workshop [PaEN] -- State Health Dept: Free Potassium Iodide Tablets To Be Distributed To Those Living, Working Near State’s 4 Active Nuclear Power Plants Aug. Posted: August 11, 2024] PA Environment Digest 17-24 -- Center For Coalfield Justice Hosts Aug. 28 To Oct.

Fossil Fuels 84

Fossil Fuels Nuclear Power Clean Energy Waste 84

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 17, 2024

Exus chose to repower the facility thanks to the clean energy plan’s 30% production tax credits for American wind power. Click Here to learn about more investments in clean energy in Pennsylvania. billion in new clean energy investments in Pennsylvania supporting 2,881 new jobs. Read more here.

Clean Energy 106

Clean Energy Nuclear Power Wind Power Climate Change 106

Enviromental Defense

MAY 18, 2021

The rest of our power comes from a mix of nuclear power, renewables like hydro, wind and solar power, and biofuel. Ontario Energy Output by Fuel Type: 2020 . It’s mostly due to a combination of poor planning coupled with an ideological opposition to renewable energy. Ontario has built a clean energy supply.

Electricity 52

Electricity Natural Gas Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy 52

PA Environment Daily

MAY 8, 2024

This reflects the proceeds expected to come from Pennsylvania electricity customers. -- 30 percent to support energy efficiency projects that reduce air pollution in Pennsylvania, invest in new job-creating clean energy projects, and support low-income energy consumers with their energy bills through a year-round LIHEAP program.

Clean Energy 88

Clean Energy Air Pollution Electricity Nuclear Power 88

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

13 Webinar On EPA Clean School Bus Grant Program [PaEN] -- PA Environmental Council In Case You Missed It In October Now Available [PaEN] -- Centre County Recycling & Refuse Authority Accepting Campaign Signs For Recycling Thru Nov.

Natural Gas 110

Natural Gas Nuclear Power Recycling Conservation 110

PA Environment Daily

JULY 14, 2024

6 Climate Action Planning - Resources And Funding Opportunities Webinar; Guide To Tools & Funding [PaEN] -- Keystone Energy Efficiency Alliance Energy Policy Conference Sept. Keep PA Beautiful 2024 Summit For Community Stewardship In Scranton Oct. 21; Annual Dinner Sept. 25 [PaEN] -- Registration Open!

Nuclear Power 85

Nuclear Power 2024 Carbon Dioxide Conservation 85

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Summary Of House Bill 2277 PRESS continues all of the successful elements of the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards (AEPS) while making it more inclusive—adding nuclear power, next generation technologies like fusion, and clean forms of natural gas for the first time.

Natural Gas 123

Natural Gas Electricity Nuclear Power Clean Energy 123

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 27, 2024

Key findings of the report Include: -- Fossil Fuels and Nuclear Power Dominate: Fossil fuels, along with nuclear power, currently provide nearly all the power (92%) in the PJM grid. [ Billion In Last Auction [Posted: August 27, 2024] PA Environment Digest MW-Day For 2025/26 Delivery Compared To $28.92/MW-Day

Fossil Fuels 82

Fossil Fuels Nuclear Power Natural Gas Electricity 82

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Corbett Shares Details About His Post Capitol Life, But Not How He’s Voting 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: September 24, 2024] PA Environment Digest

Nuclear Power 107

Nuclear Power Natural Gas Natural Resources Conservation 107

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

12 Webinar On State Road Budget Impacts Of Electric Vehicle Transition [PaEN] -- Community Advocates For Clean Energy Host Nov. 13 Webinar On EPA Clean School Bus Grant Program [PaEN] -- PA Resources Council Hosts Nov. 13 Webinar On EPA Clean School Bus Grant Program [PaEN] -- PA Resources Council Hosts Nov.

Natural Gas 84

Natural Gas Nuclear Power Conservation Recycling 84

PA Environment Daily

JULY 25, 2024

This revitalized energy standard will deliver outsized economic value, improve the reliability of our electricity grid, and position Pennsylvania as a leader in the energy arena for the next twenty years. Don Ritter [Posted: July 25, 2024] PA Environment Digest

Carbon Emissions 81

Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy Nuclear Power Natural Gas 81

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 21, 2024

Of Education Investigation Into Alleged Antisemitism 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: June 21, 2024] PA Environment Digest

Nuclear Power 109

Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels Climate Change Conservation 109

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 14, 2023

Senate next voting day October 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, Nov. 13, 14, 15, Dec. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule House next voting day October 16, 17, 18, 30, 31, Nov. 14 Solar Eclipse -- PUC Holds ‘Be Use’ And ‘Be Utility Wise’ Events In Berks [Oct. 24] And Dauphin [Nov. Senate next voting day October 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, Nov. 13, 14, 15, Dec.

Natural Gas 110

Natural Gas 2028 Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels 110

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 26, 2024

Of Energy Awards DEP $16.2 11 Information Session On Penn Twp. Million To Support Local Electric Grid Modernization Projects; Total Of $474 Million Awarded To States, Tribes -- DEP Eligible For $1.7 Ohio- $2.84 Ohio- $2.84

Natural Gas 108

Natural Gas Nuclear Power Politics 2024 108

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

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: November 21, 2024] PA Environment Digest

Natural Gas 106

Natural Gas Politics 2025 Recycling 106

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

1 Briefing On State Of Climate Efforts In Pennsylvania At College Of Physicians Of Philadelphia [PaEN] -- PA GreenGov Council 2024 Sustainability Week Features 5 Webinars Starting Oct. 18 Webinar On Solar For Schools Grant Program [PaEN] -- Learn How To Save Money On Energy Thru PA Solar Center’s G.E.T.

Conservation 108

Conservation Nuclear Power Electricity 2024 108

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 18, 2024

20 Progress Report Reception To Celebrate Progress Toward Carbon, Energy Reduction Goals -- PA Interfaith Power & Light, Jewish Earth Alliance Hosts Aug. 20 Progress Report Reception To Celebrate Progress Toward Carbon, Energy Reduction Goals -- PA Interfaith Power & Light, Jewish Earth Alliance Hosts Aug.

Nuclear Power 88

Nuclear Power Natural Gas Conservation 2025 88

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

12 to 14 In Warren County [PaEN] -- Environmental Defense Fund, Moms Clean Air Force To Hold Public Meetings In 3 Northwest PA Counties On A Project To Test New Methods Of Locating Abandoned Conventional Oil, Gas Wells [PaEN] -- Penn State Extension Webinar On Local Comprehensive Plans In Pennsylvania Sept. 11 Webinar On $396.1

Nuclear Power 78

Nuclear Power Electricity Conservation Recycling 78