PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

On February 16, Sheetz , a family owned and operated restaurant and convenience store chain, announced a long-term renewable supply agreement with Constellation Energy to power nearly 70 percent of its Pennsylvania facilities with renewable energy. EPA estimates.

Renewable Energy 113

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Environmental News Bits

MARCH 11, 2022

Three of those teams include advanced manufacturing experts from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). According to the REMADE Institute, these 23 projects could eliminate carbon emissions equivalent to the annual emissions of… Read more → In December 2021, the institute awarded $33.2

Carbon Emissions 81

Carbon Emissions Recycling Renewable Energy 2021 81

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 6, 2024

The DEP Citizens Advisory Council is scheduled to meet on June 11 to hear presentations on the Mid-Atlantic Hydrogen Hub, Ag-Grid Energy and more on electronics waste recycling. She left her 20-year career at DuPont with deep experience in industrial biosciences and renewable energy.

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Recycling Waste Biofuels Carbon Emissions 78

Physics World

JUNE 28, 2021

However, current desalination systems can be expensive and energy hungry, producing significant carbon emissions. Climate change is also driving demand for renewable energy, like solar power. Indeed, there are now around 16,000 desalination plants around the world producing about 95?million Efficiency trade-off.

Electricity 145

Electricity Waste Cooling Solar Power 145

E2 Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

11, 2023, the City Planning Commission approved amendments to the New York City Zoning Resolution, called “City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality,” proposed by Mayor Adams’ administration to advance the city’s climate goals, including an 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050.

Renewable Energy 105

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Earthava

MAY 17, 2021

However, one of its most pressing current challenges is reducing the carbon emissions from transportation, a sector that is one of the highest contributors to greenhouse gases. Green technologies are eco-friendly inventions that’ concerned with energy efficiency, recycling, renewable resources , and more.

Biofuels 95

Biofuels Carbon Emissions Carbon Monoxide Air Pollution 95

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 25, 2025

. - - Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [Its Not A Suggestion] House Voting Schedule May 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 24 June 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30 -- Committee Schedule Senate Voting Schedule May 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 June 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 -- Committee Schedule TODAYs Calendar Of Events (..)

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 25, 2025

PA Bulletin, page 3070 ) Land Recycling/Brownfield Cleanups -- Chesapeake Appalachia LLC - Bahl Shale Gas Well Pad: DEP received a Final Report on remediation of soil contaminated with production wastewater to meet the Statewide Health Standards at the pad located in Forks Twp., Clinton County; Spring Twp. Centre County and Hamilton Twp.,

Natural Gas 83

Natural Gas 2025 Electricity 2027 83

Environmental Leader

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Public energy efficiency projects in Arkansas have cut a significant amount of carbon emissions and saved millions in energy costs since 2010. The post Arkansas Public Energy Efficiency Projects Save $229 Million Since 2010 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. Here’s how.

2010 118

2010 Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy Recycling 118

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 7, 2022

On December 7, Clean Energy Fuels Corp. announced it has begun providing renewable natural gas (RNG) for the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority in Bellefonte, Centre County, supporting a transition to a cleaner, low-carbon fuel produced from organic waste.

Natural Gas 52

Natural Gas Recycling Carbon Emissions Clean Energy 52

Environmental Leader

JULY 12, 2022

Best Buy set out in 2017 to reduce its carbon emissions in its operations by 60% by 2030 — from a 2009 baseline. The post Best Buy Excels at Carbon and Waste Reductions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. It has met that goal. Now it is upping the ante.

Waste 105

Waste 2009 Carbon Emissions 2017 105

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 5, 2024

. - A Life Dedicated To The River's Flow [PaEN] -- National Energy Technology Laboratory: Marshall Middle School Wins Western PA Science Bowl, Moves On To Nationals In April -- MCall: Judge Upholds Lehigh Valley Township’s Ruling Against Building Warehouses On Golf Course -- Spotlight PA: PA Pays Property Owners For Land Lost To Eminent Domain, But (..)

Nuclear Power 107

Nuclear Power Natural Gas Conservation 2024 107

Ocean Conservancy

AUGUST 10, 2021

This year, Tottenham earned the top spot by getting cars off the road on match days, embracing clean and renewable energy and reducing single-use plastics. Carbon emissions from transportation accelerate climate change and affect ocean health by increasing ocean acidification and driving rising seawater temperatures.

Ocean 80

Ocean Waste Carbon Emissions Recycling 80

Environmental Leader

JUNE 17, 2022

In its 2019 Sustainability Report, the Prysmian Group said it was committed to combating climate change and to increasing its recycling rates. Running its operations on renewable energy is critical. Its record?

Renewable Energy 52

Renewable Energy Recycling 2019 Climate Change 52

Brag

JANUARY 21, 2022

Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy (EERE) announced that seven research and development (R&D) projects were selected to receive $13.4 Secretary of Energy Jennifer M.

Technology 45

Technology Technology Biodegradable Upcycling 45

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 22, 2023

California Area School District California Area School District (CASD) coordinates activities within the district and with local partners that reduce environmental impact, energy use, and food waste; conserve water; introduce sustainable transportation; and increase recycling.

Waste 98

Waste Recycling Solar Power 2010 98

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

16 Take Five Fridays With Pam, PA Parks & Forests Foundation Help Wanted: Penn State University College Of Agricultural Sciences Dean Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults DCNR State Parks February Environmental Education Newsletter Gets To The Heart Of Winter Educational Experiences Penn State Hosts Feb.

Natural Gas 92

Natural Gas Recycling Climate Change Conservation 92

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

tons of food waste -- Recycled 86.6 tons of plastic bottles, aluminum cans and mixed paper o Implemented a green cleaning program for janitorial services -- Recycled 78.62 Decline In Energy Use; $4.6 Million In Energy Savings; 14.6% Decline In Carbon Emissions [PaEN] [Posted: September 1, 2022] PA Environment Digest

2009 44

2009 Renewable Energy Recycling Sustainable Development 44

Environmental Leader

JULY 12, 2022

Best Buy set out in 2017 to reduce its carbon emissions in its operations by 60% by 2030 — from a 2009 baseline. The post Best Buy Excels at Carbon and Waste Reductions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. It has met that goal. Now it is upping the ante.

Waste 66

Waste 2009 Carbon Emissions 2017 66

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

19 EarthTalks Webinar: The Economic Impact Of Carbon Emission Trading Scheme On Building Retrofits [PaEN] -- PA Solar Center, Partners Host Feb. 19 EarthTalks Webinar: The Economic Impact Of Carbon Emission Trading Scheme On Building Retrofits [PaEN] -- PA Solar Center, Partners Host Feb.

Natural Gas 83

Natural Gas Recycling Climate Change Solar Power 83

Environmental Progress

JULY 3, 2023

Much of the cradle-to-grave carbon intensity data that governments depend on to guide in photovoltaic arrays are instead based on modeling assumptions that are likely to have grossly under-estimated — if not made-up — solar’s carbon emissions because they cannot get insights from Chinese manufacturers.

Electricity 134

Electricity Fossil Fuels Government Carbon Emissions 134

Enviromental Defense

MAY 24, 2023

Roughly half of production emissions come from carbon-intensive input materials and metals, and the other half is due to the coal-burning electricity mix of manufacturing countries like China, Korea and Japan where most batteries are made. Most of the carbon emissions from cars come from fuelling them up with gas and driving them.

Electricity 105

Electricity Fossil Fuels 2030 2010 105

PA Environment Daily

MAY 2, 2022

Billion Hole In Conventional Oil & Gas Well Bonding; Opposed Regs Making Natural Gas Pipelines Safer, Reducing Methane Emissions Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater Goes Solar To Produce Clean, Renewable Energy In Fayette County Green Building Alliance Receives Grant From Henry L.

Conservation 52

Conservation Waste Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy 52

A Greener Life

JUNE 28, 2023

In China, government plans to peak and neutralise national carbon emissions, and for a wholesale green transition , have caused a boom in “green employment”. For example, where car makers are setting up electric vehicle departments or energy firms are setting up renewable energy operations.” in 2015 to 13.3%

2015 52

2015 Carbon Emissions Climate Change 2021 52

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Kaufer To Host Community Electronics Waste Recycling Event Oct. Of Environmental Professionals Host Oct. 24 Webinar - Science Meets Community Engagement: The Delaware River Watershed Initiative [PaEN] -- Wilkes-Barre Times: Rep. 26 In Luzerne County -- Schuylkill Action Network Holds 20th SANniversary Celebration Nov.

Natural Gas 83

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Conservation Climate Change 83

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

MAY 10, 2024

Expands the types of “new or innovative conservation approaches” funded through On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials to include on-farm nutrient recycling, perennial production systems including agroforestry and perennial forages and grain crops, and livestock-related practices that reduce GHG emissions including enteric methane emissions.

2024 112

2024 Conservation Climate Change Renewable Energy 112

Cresforum

MARCH 10, 2022

Liquid natural gas (LNG) exports jumped an astonishing 64 percent last year, providing much needed energy security to our allies in Europe and helping Asia meet growing demand while lowering global carbon emissions at the same time. All this new clean energy means that as the U.S. Over the course of 2021, the U.S.

Clean Energy 40

Clean Energy Natural Gas Greenhouse 2021 40

Union of Concerned Scientists

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

A recent National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) study shows that it would take less than 1 percent of the land in the Lower 48—that’s an area comparable to or even smaller than the fossil fuel industry’s current footprint. Fortunately, the answer is relatively little. See more on these issues in these recent UCS blogs ).

Electricity 357

Electricity Fossil Fuels Solar Power 2030 357

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 27, 2025

Thank you for your leadership! -- Reading Eagle: Reading Church Powered By Solar Panels In Berks County -- TribLive: As Plastics Waste Grows Globally, Latrobe Worshippers Put Faith In Recycling Efforts -- WNEP: Schuylkill Countys Kaye Shwenk Wins Keep PA Beautiful Affiliate Volunteer Of The Year Award -- Saint Vincent College: Angela Belli Receives (..)

Conservation 104

Conservation Earth Day Natural Gas Electricity 104

Environmental Science

SEPTEMBER 7, 2018

Acidification : Reducing the pH rating of a substance making it more acidic in nature, for example, increased carbon emissions lead to the oceans absorbing more of it, increasing acidification and damaging ecology such as coral bleaching. It covers the following areas.

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Government Law Waste Clean Air Act 52

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 27, 2025

Other Events -- Williamsport Sun: Susquehanna Trout Unlimited to Hold Stream Cleanup April 19 On Lycoming Creek -- Berks County Agricultural Center To Host April 23 Open House , 8:00 a.m. Delaware River Sojourn June 14-20 - Celebrating 30 Years Of Paddling The Delaware -- PA Abandoned Mine Reclamation Conference Oct.

Earth Day 70

Earth Day Natural Gas Electricity Climate Change 70

Legal Planet

APRIL 5, 2024

Research by the Argonne National Laboratory in Illinois, cited by the US Environmental Protection Agency , suggests that manufacturing EVs produces about 60% more carbon emissions than fossil fuel cars, but those extra emissions are significantly overshadowed by the lower per-mile emissions that it takes to drive them.

Electricity 229

Electricity Air Pollution Politics Fossil Fuels 229

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 27, 2023

Katie Muth (D-Chester), Alison Steele, Environmental Health Project -- PA Capital-Star: Report: Shell Petrochemical Plant Hasn’t Delivered Economically For Beaver County -- Ohio River Valley Institute: A Cautionary Tale Of Petrochemicals From Beaver County, PA - Still Failing To Spur Economic Growth -- House Environmental Committee Hears Progress Report (..)

Natural Gas 103

Natural Gas 2023 Solar Power Politics 103

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Proposal To Construct 2 Solar Energy Facilities To Provide Electricity To Compressor Stations In Columbia, Wyoming Counties [PaEN] -- PA Solar Center, Partners Host Feb. 23 Webinar On Solar Energy For Municipalities And Water Authorities [PaEN] -- Penn State Hosts Feb. Smucker Joins State, Local Officials To Oppose $2.5

Conservation 83

Conservation Natural Gas Clean Energy Renewable Energy 83

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 28, 2022

. -- Post-Gazette - Laura Legere/Anya Litvak: DEP: Shell, Archaea Energy Take Early Steps Toward Underground Carbon Storage -- StateImpactPA - Rachel McDevitt: PA Solar Projects Held Up By Federal Probe, Group Says -- Bloomberg Green: Half-Built Solar Project Shows Risk From Tariffs To Biden’s Green Agenda [2 PA Projects Included] -- WESA: Allegheny (..)

Natural Gas 62

Natural Gas Earth Day Recycling Climate Change 62

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

This bill is in the House Environmental Resources and Energy Committee. -- Increase Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Renewable Energy Goals: House Bill 100 and Senate Bill 872 would require Pennsylvania to reach 100 percent renewable energy generation by 2050. Read more here.

2021 57

2021 Renewable Energy Regulations Clean Energy 57

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 11, 2023

Million EPA Loan For Water Infrastructure Improvements -- Pittsburgh 2030 District Announces Significant Progress In Reducing Carbon Emissions - 44.8% Million In Utility Costs [PaEN] -- Covestro Signs First Major Renewable Energy Agreement For Its U.S. From Baseline; Savings Of $59.7

Conservation 73

Conservation Natural Gas 2023 Waste 73