PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 19, 2024

The January 24 meeting of DCNR’s Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council will feature a discussion of the newly released Growing Outdoor Recreation for Pennsylvania Report conclusions and recommendations. Join The Meeting The meeting will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

JULY 8, 2024

On June 11, 2024, the House Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee advanced the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2025 on a party-line vote. Conservation Technical Assistance Conservation Technical Assistance (CTA) is the backbone of NRCS’ conservation programs.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 7, 2024

On June 7, the Allegheny County Conservation District announced it was awarded a $30,000 DEP Environmental Education Grant for the Development Patterns and Municipal Engagement for Optimal Natural Resource Outcomes. In addition, the project will include a special Saturday cohort session during the Fall and Spring semester.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

On September 30, Denise Coleman, State Conservationist for the USDA- Natural Resources Conservation Service in Pennsylvania announced the new fiscal year 2025 sign-up periods for conservation easement programs, including the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), and Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP).

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 30, 2024

The Allegheny County Conservation District , Findlay Township and Montour Run Watershed Association celebrated the completion of the Findlay Township Activity Center Rain Gardens at a ribbon-cutting ceremony on June 25, 2024. Find out what your county conservation district is doing and the services they offer.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

On November 20, the ClearWater Conservancy of Central Pennsylvania announced it has been awarded a $99,700 grant from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to install six acres of riparian forest buffers along waterways in the Susquehanna River Watershed. Resource Links: -- DCNR Announces $79.4

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National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Our first post in this series explored initial themes from the Census, while this post offers a deeper dive into conservation practices. A Mixed But Positive Picture The 2022 Agricultural Census paints a mixed but generally positive picture of conservation. Editor’s Note: This post is part of a multi-part blog series.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 18, 2024

On October 17, Bosland Growth announced it will begin site preparation for a mine land reforestation project in the Lake Pleasant Conservation Area in Northwestern Pennsylvania. The 582-acre property, owned by Western Pennsylvania Conservancy , is in Erie County.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The Penn State Extension will host another in its Conservation Cornerstone webinar series November 26 on Ag Best Management Practices Value from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Conservation Cornerstone is designed for agriculture professionals beginning their journey in agricultural conservation. Of Agriculture Invests $2.2 22 , 1:00 p.m.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 28, 2024

The PA Environmental Council is now accepting applications for Pocono Forests and Waters Conservation Landscape Mini Grants for projects in Carbon, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, and Wayne counties. The DCNR funding is provided through the Environmental Stewardship Fund administered by the Bureau of Recreation and Conservation.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

On February 13, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Acting Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced that $290,734 in Wild Resource Conservation Program grants have been awarded to eight projects aimed at protecting Pennsylvania’s native biodiversity.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

The Allegheny County Conservation District accomplished its goal of planting its 3,000th tree during its 75th anniversary year. Our natural resources, including trees, are critical infrastructure,” Executive Director Heather Manzo said. Visit the Allegheny County Conservation District website for more information.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. Noon to 1:15 p.m. November 20-- Agenda Posted.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 28, 2021

WeConservePA in partnership with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is seeking proposals from organizations (or partnerships) to host the statewide Pennsylvania Greenways and Trails Summit in Fall 2025. Learn more about the 2022 PA Land Conservation Conference set for March 16-18 in Gettysburg.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 17, 2024

On October 17, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources issued its fourth Fall Foliage Report saying consistently cold nights and cool days have spurred a very colorful change in Penn’s Woods! Bright color can be found from the southern Poconos though the middle and southern Appalachians.

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Legal Planet

JULY 3, 2024

By removing SERP’s sunset date, California can support continued progress toward its conservation and restoration goals without introducing environmental risks that California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) helps guard against. Permits and clearances add time and expense to restoration project rollout.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 27, 2024

By Julia Krall, Executive Director, Chesapeake Bay Foundation in Pennsylvania Liquid manure from Greg Strayer’s beef farm does not threaten the Conodoguinet Creek any longer, thanks to a 185,000-gallon storage area made possible with cost-share funds through Pennsylvania’s Agricultural Conservation Assistance Program (ACAP).

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

All too often, natural community assets such as these are taken for granted because of their on-going, reliable, but understated services. Berks Nature plans to hold additional training sessions for these online planning applications through 2025 and beyond.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

The increased economic activity would also support more than 6,600 jobs through 2025. The report estimates that implementing the conservation practices necessary for Pennsylvania to achieve its remaining pollution cuts under the Chesapeake Bay Blueprint would yield an estimated $352.5 million in economic benefits a year.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 3, 2024

The cost of lining up those resources has skyrocketed—by a factor of almost seven—to a record high level. Electricity bills for the 65 million people in the region could increase by as much as 29% starting in June 2025—and it may be only the beginning unless swift action is taken by PJM. MW-Day For 2025/26 Delivery Compared To $28.92/MW-Day

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 3, 2024

On August 1, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn and Department of Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy A. Josh Shapiro's 2024-25 budget included a $5 million investment in the Outdoor Corps to improve and expand this critical conservation workforce program.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 21, 2024

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 12, 2022

On October 12, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service-PA announced nearly $300,000 has been awarded to four Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG) projects in Pennsylvania. For more information on CIG or other NRCS conservation programs that are available, visit the NRCS-PA webpage.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. Contact: Annmarie Beach at anbeach@pa.gov or (717) 346-8212.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

On September 6, ClearWater Conservancy was awarded a grant from the Community Conservation Partnership Program administered by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to install new riparian buffers, also known as streamside forests, along streams on seven properties in the Spring Creek, Spruce Creek, and Penns Creek watersheds.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 4, 2024

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

4 Online Pollinator Conservation And Transportation Symposium [PaEN] NewsClips: -- Reading Eagle: Berks Nature Emphasizes Community Planning During State Of The Environment Breakfast -- TribLive Editorial: Another Step Forward For River Recreation?

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 28, 2023

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 27, 2024

The Susquehanna Greenway Mini-Grant program aims to support the advancement of regional outdoor recreation, conservation, trail projects and programs within the Susquehanna Greenway. All awarded funding must be utilized within 12 months from the date of the awarded contract; the anticipated contract period is January – December 2025.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. 26 to Nov.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 5, 2024

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. MW-Day For 2025/26 Delivery Compared To $28.92/MW-Day

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The Penn State Extension Center for Ag Conservation Assistance Training will host a webinar November 27 in its Environmentally Sensitive Areas On The Farm Series, this one on Ponds and Lakes from Noon to 1:00 p.m. 26 Conservation Cornerstone Webinar: Ag Best Management Practices Value [PaEN] -- Nov. Of Agriculture Invests $2.2

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 31, 2024

“The people have a right to clean air, pure water, and to the preservation of the natural, scenic, historic and esthetic values of the environment. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. MW-Day For 2025/26 Delivery Compared To $28.92/MW-Day

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 16, 2024

The project was supported by a DCNR Community Conservation Partnerships Program grant to the Alliance. The Upper Bay, which is fed by the Susquehanna, scored one of the highest grades among any area of the Chesapeake Bay, a testament to Pennsylvania's work over the past several years. Related Articles - Watersheds: -- PennVEST Makes $216.3

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Delaware County -- Delaware County Planning Department – $23,500 to develop a vision plan for Delaware County’s waterfront which will include commerce, recreation, preserving natural resources and enabling municipalities with industrial zoning to pivot and utilize area for new opportunities. Greene County [PaEN] -- DEP To Hold Dec.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Discover actionable steps you can take to protect Philadelphia's natural resources from unexpected sources of pollution, such as light, heat, and salt. 27 -- August 27: Penn State Center For Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training Hosts 3-Part Conservation Cornerstone Webinar Series For Ag Professionals Starting Aug.

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Legal Planet

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Project 2025 favors authoritarian presidential rule. The combination of authoritarianism, extreme conservative ideology, and anti-environmentalism is common globally, not just in U.S. It also wants to destroy environmental regulation, especially climate law. That’s not a coincidence. Other factors may also be relevant.

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