PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

One of the most significant changes to be filed is "enhance resource accreditation" that would more accurately assess the reliability value of natural gas-fired power plants which accounted for 70% of the power plant outages in PJM during Winter Storm Elliot. 13 in order to be implemented for the 2025/2026 BRA.

Natural Gas 84

Natural Gas 2026 Electricity 2025 84

Circle of Blue

JANUARY 22, 2025

Given the potentially catastrophic risk and Enbridges anxiety-generating spill record its natural to wonder how Line 5 is allowed to keep operating. Enbridge faces a June 16, 2026, deadline set by a U.S. The answer to that is steadily approaching. Engineers are raising questions about the stability of the bedrock. billion.

2025 350

2025 2026 2010 2012 350

Legal Planet

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

California has now adopted a rule phasing out gas and diesel vehicles by 2035. There are some aggressive milestone requirements: 35% of new vehicles must be electric by 2026 and 68% in 2030. Notably, the legislation will allow ten municipalities to ban natural gas use in new buildings. Oregon seems likely to do so soon.

Carbon Emissions 246

Carbon Emissions Clean Air Act Electricity 2030 246

PA Environment Daily

MAY 13, 2024

The PA Commission for the US Semiquincentennial (America250PA), in partnership with Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful , EQT Corporation natural gas drilling and pipeline company and the Department of Transportation, announced the eight recipients of its 2024 National Pennsylvania Day Mini Grants.

Natural Gas 81

Natural Gas 2026 2024 2018 81

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 15, 2023

One of the most significant changes is "enhance resource accreditation" that would more accurately assess the reliability value of natural gas-fired power plants which accounted for 70% of the power plant outages in PJM during Winter Storm Elliot.

Natural Gas 85

Natural Gas Electricity Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels 85

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The Commissions proposal is for a five-year Phase V program, operating from June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2031, and includes the evaluation of the costs and benefits of the overall EE&C Program as well as the PUCs proposal establishing additional incremental reductions in electric consumption and peak demand in Phase V.

2025 78

2025 2026 2008 Natural Gas 78

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Dave Cooke/UCS While it’s true that today’s large batteries increase the amount of pollution created by building electric trucks and buses compared to traditional models, their cleaner operations mean that today’s electric trucks are far cleaner over their lifecycle than those that run on diesel or natural gas.

Nitrogen Oxides 293

Nitrogen Oxides Electricity Fossil Fuels Air Pollution 293

PA Environment Daily

JULY 30, 2024

Meanwhile, the peak load forecast for the 2025/2026 Delivery Year has increased from 150,640 MW for the 2024/2025 BRA to 153,883 MW for the 2025/2026 Delivery Year. The reliability of natural gas was a significant part of these reliability concerns. See Resource Links below.] reserve margin, compared to a 20.4%

2025 116

2025 Electricity 2024 Natural Gas 116

Legal Planet

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

it will be interesting to see if the 2025-2026 season brings any fewer Big Oil sponsorships. Far from it. And this survey highlights some teams that have chosen a different path. As the World Cup and the Olympics come to the U.S.,

Fossil Fuels 264

Fossil Fuels 2025 2026 Climate Change 264

Union of Concerned Scientists

AUGUST 17, 2023

Yet, in 2022, almost 40% of electricity in the US was generated by power plants fueled by natural gas. Note: “Natural gas” is an industry misnomer; UCS considers methane, fossil gas, and gas to be much more appropriate terms. I’ll be using the term “gas” from here on out.) And now, as the U.S.

Fossil Fuels 239

Fossil Fuels Carbon Dioxide Nitrogen Oxides Electricity 239

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 11, 2022

Location in natural gas-producing regions, calling for at least two hubs in regions of the US with “the greatest natural gas resources” (though it does not explicitly call for using those gas resources). Background on the hydrogen hubs program.

Fossil Fuels 272

Fossil Fuels Clean Energy Natural Gas Waste 272

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Reliability Resource Initiative (RRI) proposal to fast track natural gas power plants at the exclusion of renewable and other clean energy projects, leaving them stuck in the permitting queue. On February 12, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission approved the PJM Interconnection, Inc.s

Natural Gas 59

Natural Gas Clean Energy Pollution Control 2013 59

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 16, 2021

In addition, the Company announced its long-term efforts to achieve net zero direct operating greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 or sooner if feasible. In addition, the Company announced its long-term efforts to achieve net zero direct operating greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 or sooner if feasible.

Natural Gas 52

Natural Gas Greenhouse 2026 Carbon Dioxide 52

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 28, 2025

mile, 20-inch natural gas pipeline running through North Fayette Township, Allegheny County and Robinson Township, Washington County and impacting the Montour Trail. ( The Department of Environmental Protection invites comments on a proposed MarkWest Liberty Midstream & Resources, LLC 4.5

Natural Gas 51

Natural Gas Electricity 2026 Air Pollution 51

Union of Concerned Scientists

JANUARY 10, 2024

Even as some parts of the country transition away from fossil fuel infrastructure, the retirement of gas plants has become another driver of inequity. California recently extended , for the second time, the operations of three gas plants to 2026.

Fossil Fuels 307

Fossil Fuels Nitrogen Oxides Electricity Air Pollution 307

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 29, 2025

On March 19, firefighters and DEP responded to another explosion and fire at a conventional well owned by Kriebel Natural Gas Co LLC in Manor Borough, Westmoreland County. Photos: Row -- Oil & Gas MGMT Inc. Response requested by April 9. DEP inspection report Part I. Read more here. & Frederick J.

2025 71

2025 Natural Gas Waste Electricity 71

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 3, 2024

The auction resulted in this generation mix for the June 2025-May 2026 delivery year: 48% gas; 21% nuclear; 18% coal; 5% demand response; 4% hydro; 2% other resources; 1% solar; and 1% wind/ PJM is severely overreliant on fossil fuels—especially natural gas-fired generation. MW-Day For 2025/26 Delivery Compared To $28.92/MW-Day

Clean Energy 113

Clean Energy Natural Gas Electricity 2025 113

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 9, 2023

Third Annual Breeding Bird Blitz For Conservation - Donate To Your Favorite Team By June 19 [PaEN] -- DEP/EPA AirNOW Forecasts Code ORANGE Air Quality Action Day Friday, June 9 Across PA -- TribLive: Code ORANGE Air Quality Alert Issued For Region -- PA Capital-Star - John Micek: What The Wildfires Teach Us - We Might Not Survive Our Own Climate Foolishness, (..)

Natural Gas 103

Natural Gas Nuclear Power 2026 Conservation 103

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 31, 2025

. -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices, Opportunities To Comment - February 1 [PaEN] -- DEP published notice in the February 1 PA Bulletin it will hold a March 5 hearing on a proposed Title V RACT 3 Air Quality Permit for the Hazleton Generation natural gas power plant in Hazle Township, Luzerne County. (

Regulations 76

Regulations 2025 2026 Waste 76

PA Environment Daily

JULY 6, 2023

By the end of 2024, PJM expects to have cleared about 62,000 MW for connection, another 100,000 MW by the end of 2025, and an additional 100,000 MW by the end of 2026. The PJM system’s current total capacity is about 184,000 MW.

Natural Gas 95

Natural Gas Renewable Energy Electricity Clean Energy 95

Union of Concerned Scientists

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Despite the clean energy transition that is well underway in the United States, methane gas, or natural gas, remains the largest source of U.S. electricity generation. This was done against the wishes of surrounding community members decrying the public health impacts and other environmental injustices of the plants.

Fossil Fuels 215

Fossil Fuels Cooling Electricity 2015 215

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Failed To Comply With Act 2 Cleanup Standards At The Greenzweig Shale Gas Wastewater Impoundment In Bradford County After 5 Years [PaEN] -- What The Shale Gas Industry Is Leaving Behind: DEP Signs Consent Order With Roulette Oil & Gas To Plug Shale Gas Well Abandoned For 8 Years In Hebron Twp.,

Waste 79

Waste Natural Gas 2013 Regulations 79

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Resource Links: -- PUC Encourages Consumers To Prepare For Dec. 1 Electricity Price Changes; Rates Will Vary From 8.4% Decrease To 31.2%

2030 76

2030 Electricity Natural Gas 2026 76

Clean Energy Law

MAY 24, 2022

Covered Entities : The Program regulates manufacturers, electricity importers, suppliers of natural gas, gasoline and other fuels, and CO2 suppliers that emit more than 25,000 metric tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (MTCO2e) annually. Half of all ARBOCs must provide direct environmental benefits to the state of California.

2030 130

2030 Carbon Dioxide 2020 Natural Gas 130

A Greener Life

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Oil for longer The Chinese energy giant predicts that oil consumption will peak a little later between 2026-2030 at 800 million metric tons (MMT), or about 16 million barrels per day (MBD), which they put down to faster-than-expected expansion in the new energy vehicle sector, such as electric and hybrid vehicles.

2025 80

2025 Fossil Fuels Renewable Energy 2026 80

PA Environment Daily

MAY 18, 2023

[PJM also said at the same hearing there is such a high percentage of renewable new energy generation seeking to connect to the PJM grid because renewable energy is cheaper than natural gas and nuclear. However, this new process is not expected to begin until 2026. Read more here.] Click Here for a copy of the report.

Renewable Energy 75

Renewable Energy Clean Energy Natural Gas Electricity 75

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 28, 2025

Withdraws Orphan Oil & Gas Well Regulatory Improvement Grant Program To Help Prevent Future Well Abandonments, A Severe Problem In PA [PaEN] -- DEP Invites Comments On Chapter 105 Permit For A MarkWest Liberty 4.5

Natural Gas 51

Natural Gas 2026 Electricity Air Pollution 51

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 28, 2025

Withdraws Orphan Oil & Gas Well Regulatory Improvement Grant Program To Help Prevent Future Well Abandonments, A Severe Problem In PA [PaEN] -- Susquehanna River Basin Commission: Low Stream Flows Triggering Restrictions On 19 Shale Gas Water Withdrawals, 17 More Approaching Restrictions [PaEN] -- Susquehanna River Basin Commission Releases Natural (..)

Natural Gas 61

Natural Gas Electricity 2026 Air Pollution 61

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 15, 2023

Beginning in the 2026 ozone season, EPA is setting enforceable NOX emissions control requirements for certain sources at existing and new industrial facilities that have significant impacts on downwind air quality and the ability to install cost-effective pollution controls.

Nitrogen Oxides 73

Nitrogen Oxides Ozone 2026 Pollution Control 73

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 28, 2025

Mercer County [PaEN] -- DEP Invites Comments On 401 Water Quality Certification For Rover Pipeline Rover-Bulger Compressor Station, Harmon Creek Meter Station Expansion In Smith Twp., Washington County [PaEN] -- DEP Invites Comments On Chapter 105 Permit For A MarkWest Liberty 4.5

Nitrogen Oxides 53

Nitrogen Oxides Natural Gas 2025 Electricity 53

Renewable + Law

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

21-06-035, which directed load-serving entities subject to its jurisdiction (investor-owned utilities, community choice aggregators, and energy service providers) to procure at least 11,500 megawatts (MW) of net-qualifying capacity (NQC) for reliability for the period 2023 through 2026. in 2023 to 69% (indicative, not final) in 2026.

2026 52

2026 2025 2023 2021 52

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

Failed To Comply With Act 2 Cleanup Standards At The Greenzweig Shale Gas Wastewater Impoundment In Bradford County After 5 Years [PaEN] -- What The Shale Gas Industry Is Leaving Behind: DEP Signs Consent Order With Roulette Oil & Gas To Plug Shale Gas Well Abandoned For 8 Years In Hebron Twp.,

Natural Gas 51

Natural Gas 2013 2025 Technology 51

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Failed To Comply With Act 2 Cleanup Standards At The Greenzweig Shale Gas Wastewater Impoundment In Bradford County After 5 Years [PaEN] -- What The Shale Gas Industry Is Leaving Behind: DEP Signs Consent Order With Roulette Oil & Gas To Plug Shale Gas Well Abandoned For 8 Years In Hebron Twp.,

Natural Gas 51

Natural Gas 2013 2025 2026 51

Renewable + Law

AUGUST 31, 2021

On August 30, 2021, the California Energy Commission (CEC) held a workshop on its Midterm Reliability Analysis and Incremental Efficiency Improvements to Natural Gas Power Plants. CEC staff covered midterm (2022-2026) capacity needs, and potential thermal capacity needs, as well as permitted and potential thermal capacity additions.

2026 52

2026 Natural Gas 2021 2022 52

Greenbuilding Law

AUGUST 20, 2023

This week’s regulation will drive Colorado’s statutory GHG emission reduction targets of 7% by 2026 and 20% by 2030 for the buildings covered in the program, as compared to 2021 levels. Newer, more efficient buildings may already meet the standards. About 20% of the buildings already meet standards for the 2030 target.

Law 52

Law 2026 Pollution Control 2030 52

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 28, 2025

Mercer County [PaEN] -- DEP Invites Comments On 401 Water Quality Certification For Rover Pipeline Rover-Bulger Compressor Station, Harmon Creek Meter Station Expansion In Smith Twp., Washington County [PaEN] -- DEP Invites Comments On Chapter 105 Permit For A MarkWest Liberty 4.5

2025 71

2025 Natural Gas Electricity 2026 71

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Despite assurances from state leaders “that Shell can operate a state-of-the-art facility,” representatives for Shell admitted that the facility won’t be fully operational until 2025 or 2026. Related Articles - Shell Petrochemical Plant: -- DEP: Shell Petrochemical Plant Pays Additional $2,671,044.75

2023 89

2023 2026 2012 Air Pollution 89