PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

formal notice ) [ Note: Three Mile Island Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning on the agenda.] Visit the Committee webpage for options to join the meeting remotely. Contact: Rich Janati at rjanati@pa.gov or 717-787-2480 or Molly Adams, at moadams@pa.gov or (717) 787-2480. October 1-- NEW.

Nuclear Power 105

Nuclear Power Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 2024 105

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 25, 2022

Here are a couple examples of recent UCS studies that have used capacity expansion models: Federal Clean Energy Tax Credits utilized the ReEDS model to evaluate several federal tax credit policies, assessing their impact on the buildout of renewable energy resources and power sector global warming emissions.

Electricity 275

Electricity Clean Energy Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy 275

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 Billion Up From $2.2

Fossil Fuels 85

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A Greener Life

APRIL 7, 2022

At the same time, Germany is having to find ways to reduce its reliance on Russian fossil fuels and readjust its long-planned energy transition. Dependence on Russian fossil fuels. Germany is a large net importer of fuel. Germany is a large net importer of fuel. What is the outlook for the energy transition?

Fossil Fuels 98

Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy Natural Gas Nuclear Power 98

Environmental Progress

JANUARY 20, 2022

Notably, in the same proposal, the Commission has also included screening criteria for gaseous fossil fuels. Their inclusion appears to be the result of a political compromise with Member States rather than of scientific appraisal as in the case of nuclear energy.

Fossil Fuels 52

Fossil Fuels Regulations Technology Technology 52

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 4, 2024

10 Telephonic Hearing On PPL Proposal To Construct New Three Mile Island - Chanceford 500kV Transmission Line and Chanceford - Peach Bottom 500kV Transmission and Other Related Transmission Lines -- Washington Post: Three Mile Island Nuclear Power Plant Owner Seeks $1.6

Nuclear Power 82

Nuclear Power Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 2025 82

A Greener Life

JULY 11, 2024

That will include nuclear power and the Small Modular Reactors so beloved of politicians. The end of fossil fuels Perhaps the most profound measure in the Labour manifesto is the phased withdrawal from fossil fuels in the North Sea. It also means the return of onshore wind.

2024 52

2024 Fossil Fuels Clean Energy 2030 52

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 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 to 5:00 p.m. 28 to Oct. 28 to Oct. 6 [PaEN] Background On Issues -- Lt.

Nuclear Power 77

Nuclear Power 2024 Clean Energy Renewable Energy 77

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 28, 2025

Cascading Failures Combined To Produce The Worst Nuclear Power Accident In US History At Three Mile Island - By James M. Cascading Failures Combined To Produce The Worst Nuclear Power Accident In US History At Three Mile Island - By James M. Seif, Former Administrative Assistant to Gov.

Nuclear Power 77

Nuclear Power Clean Air Act Natural Gas Natural Resources 77

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 4, 2024

He has delivered cost-effective and data-driven solutions in government and industry sectors, including nuclear power and fossil-fuel power plants, offshore wind projects, port facilities, subsea cable transmission and hydroelectric facilities. Posted: March 4, 2024] PA Environment Digest

Climate Change 79

Climate Change Clean Water Act Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels 79

Cresforum

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Clean hydrogen production relies either on electricity, which may be generated through renewable or fossil fuel resources; or directly on fossil fuels, via steam methane reformation (SMR) or coal gasification accompanied by carbon capture, or via methane pyrolysis. According to one estimate , the U.S.

Fossil Fuels 101

Fossil Fuels Electricity 2028 Natural Gas 101

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 22, 2025

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Earth Day 53

Earth Day Natural Gas Air Pollution Natural Resources 53

A Greener Life

APRIL 7, 2023

India missed its target to install 175 GW of renewable energy by 2022, and is now trying to make up for that by boosting solar, wind, nuclear, hydropower and bio-power to 500 GW by 2030. Overall, India is also looking to boost its share of non-fossil capacity, which can include big hydro and nuclear to 50% by 2030.

Clean Energy 52

Clean Energy 2028 Wind Power Renewable Energy 52

A Greener Life

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

By Anders Lorenzen Even though Germany significantly ramped up its coal consumption in the wake of the decommissioning of its nuclear power plants, Turkey is on track to surpass Europe’s economic powerhouse as the continent’s biggest coal consumer.

Nuclear Power 52

Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels Natural Gas Electricity 52

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 13, 2024

Shapiro’s plan introduces the Pennsylvania Reliable Energy Sustainability Standard (PRESS), which will attract federal investments in the Commonwealth and keep utility costs low in the long-term by building out the reliable, affordable fleet of power sources we will need for the decades to come. General Richard Zilmer, USMC (Ret.),

Electricity 89

Electricity Natural Gas Clean Energy Renewable Energy 89

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Shelburne Award By Northeast Environmental Partners [Video] -- 2024 River Of The Year Nominations Now Being Accepted Through Nov. 18 Webinar Launching 9th Compendium Of Scientific, Medical Findings Demonstrating Risks, Harms Of Natural Gas Development, Infrastructure [PaEN] -- PA Interfaith Power & Light, Jewish Earth Alliance Host Oct.

Natural Gas 85

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy Conservation 85

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Posted: September 8, 2024] PA Environment Digest 13 Grants -- Green Building Alliance Awarded $1.48 11 Webinar On $396.1 Million PA RISE Program To Provide Grants, Incentives To Decarbonize Industry [PaEN] -- Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Trees For Graziers Host 2 Silvopasture Farm Walks On Sept. 4 In York County, Sept. 18, Repeated Sept.

Nuclear Power 76

Nuclear Power Electricity Conservation Recycling 76

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 6, 2024

8 On Hydrogen Hubs, Data Centers, Food Processing Residuals, PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ Regulation [PaEN] -- The Center Square - Anthony Hennen: Nuclear Energy Growing, But Power Demand Still A Problem -- Inquirer Guest Essay: Nuclear Power At Three Mile Island Plant Is No Climate Solution, Why Would Anyone Tempt Fate? -

Conservation 83

Conservation Nuclear Power Natural Gas Waste 83

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 10, 2024

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- Awards/Recognition -- PA Parks & Forests Foundation Announces 2024 Award Winners; Honorees Celebration Set For May 14 [PaEN] -- WeConservePA Honors Steven J. Posted: March 10, 2024] PA Environment Digest

Renewable Energy 82

Renewable Energy Conservation Endangered Species Act Natural Gas 82

PA Environment Daily

MAY 5, 2024

1 Deadline -- Penn State Extension, PA Sea Grant Host June 7 Webinar On Aquatic Invasive Species [PaEN] -- The Nature Conservancy-PA: Return Of Bog Events; Explore TNC Preserves; Federal Funding Benefits Philly Trees; Much More!

Conservation 83

Conservation Nuclear Power Waste 2024 83

PA Environment Daily

MAY 5, 2024

Posted: May 5, 2024] PA Environment Digest By Council To Modernize Governance -- The Allegheny Front: New Book Takes On Radiation Dangers In Oil & Gas Industry [PaEN] -- ABC27: Environmental Advocacy Groups Rally At Capitol For Action On Gas, Oil Industry -- Sen. Visit the PA Environment Digest Calendar Of Events for more opportunities.

Conservation 83

Conservation Waste 2024 Clean Energy 83

Enviromental Defense

MAY 18, 2021

But what you probably haven’t heard is that our grid is getting dirtier again, with fossil fuels increasing in our electricity supply from burning natural gas. The rest of our power comes from a mix of nuclear power, renewables like hydro, wind and solar power, and biofuel. Source: IESO [link].

Electricity 52

Electricity Natural Gas Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy 52

Smith Enviorment

JANUARY 22, 2023

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. Duke Energy’s first carbon reduction IRP will be due in September 2023 and the NCUC will take action on that IRP in 2024.

2021 52

2021 Law Natural Gas 2030 52

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 29, 2024

A Third, A Third, A Third The IFO said Pennsylvania is now dependent on one fuel for 59% of the state’s electricity generation-- natural gas-- followed by nuclear power-- 31.9%, coal-- 5.4% It expects to clear another 26 GW of capacity in 2024 and 46 GW of new generation in 2025. Read more here. from other sources.

Natural Gas 116

Natural Gas Electricity Fossil Fuels Clean Energy 116

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 27, 2025

Mike Kelley -- Post-Gazette: PA Republican US Senator McCormick Tells Hundreds Of Local Republicans To Keep 2024 Momentum Going -- TribLive: Republican PA US Senator McCormick: President Making Progress On Trade Deals -- Centre Daily Times: PA Republican Cong.

Politics 109

Politics Natural Gas Electricity 2024 109

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 107

Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels Climate Change Conservation 107

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

CEO’s For Sustainability C-Suite Sustainability Summit, Nov.

Conservation 83

Conservation Electricity Nuclear Power Natural Gas 83

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

More Background Pennsylvania’s electricity generation lacks the stability and lower costs brought by diversity in our fuel mix. We depend on one fuel to generate 59% of our electricity-- natural gas-- followed by nuclear power-- 31.9%, coal-- 5.4% from other sources. Read more here. Read more here. Read more here.

Natural Gas 89

Natural Gas Electricity 2024 2028 89

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 25, 2025

February 4-- Governors Budget Address -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - January 25 [PaEN] -- DEP Posted 90 Pages Of Permit-Related Notices In January 25 PA Bulletin [PaEN] -- Senate Environmental Committee Meets Jan. Ohio- $3.01 Ohio- $3.01

Natural Gas 81

Natural Gas 2025 Nuclear Power Natural Resources 81

PA Environment Daily

MAY 31, 2024

Governor, Acting DEP Secretary Highlight Potential Of Solar Power On Abandoned Mine Lands At Beaver County Site; Issued New Report On Solar Potential Of Mined Lands [PaEN] -- DEP Issues Request For Information For Clean Energy Generation, Storage Projects On State-Owned Abandoned Mine Lands; Webinar June 10 [PaEN] -- PUC Publishes Final Policy Statement (..)

Nuclear Power 104

Nuclear Power Renewable Energy Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 104

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. . -- LancasterOnline: College Park Climate Action To Host Art, Science Event In Lancaster Aug. 28 To Oct.

Fossil Fuels 83

Fossil Fuels Nuclear Power Clean Energy Waste 83

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 6, 2025

4:00 p.m. -- The Allegheny Front: Amendment To PA Solar Bill Puts Industry On Edge -- TribLive: Solar Projects Go Commercial, Growth Up, Power Costs Down -- Scranton Times: Scranton Zoners Approve Citys First Solar Energy Facility -- TribLive: East Huntingdon Twp.

Conservation 53

Conservation Nuclear Power Natural Gas Recycling 53

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. 7 [PaEN] -- PA Solar Center Hosts 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 82

Conservation Nuclear Power Electricity 2024 82

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 108

Natural Gas 2028 Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels 108

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 8, 2024

. -- French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust Partners With Raymond & Kathleen Nester To Permanently Preserve 24-Acre Farm In Chester County [PaEN] -- Williamsport Sun - Bill Bower: Reflections In Nature - It’s Hard To Predict When Leaves Will Change Their Colors -- Williamsport Sun: Oct.

Nuclear Power 79

Nuclear Power Natural Gas Recycling Natural Resources 79

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% from other sources. Read more here. Read more here. Read more here.

Electricity 114

Electricity Natural Gas Renewable Energy Nuclear Power 114