PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

On September 21, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced DCNR will produce or purchase 100 percent of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. gigawatt hours -- all from renewable energy sources. gigawatt hours -- all from renewable energy sources.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 22, 2024

In 2022, the $220 million Clean Streams Fund was created to help tackle the top three sources of stream pollution in the Commonwealth: certain agricultural activities, acid mine drainage, and urban/suburban stormwater runoff. This program helps farms adopt critical conservation practices.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

On February 28, DEP Interim Acting Secretary Jessica Shirley told the House Appropriations Committee funding for DEP’s Oil and Gas Regulatory Program will be in the red by Fall and an “all sectors” greenhouse gas reduction program will not be recommended to implement the PA Climate Change Action Plan. It wasn't something that we're pushing.

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Legal Planet

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The Governor approved a notable slate of climate legislation with a package that includes more stringent greenhouse gas (GHG) emission targets and measures designed to reduce the state’s reliance on fossil fuels. Clean Energy. Climate Change Mitigation.

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Washington Nature

JANUARY 9, 2023

The Nature Conservancy in Washington will be a part of that bustle and working to keep people and nature at the forefront of policy and budget decision-making. To this end, we’re working in partnership to support new policy approaches and funding that will move us closer to the clean and resilient energy future we must have.

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Washington Nature

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This is a direct result of excessive greenhouse gas emissions, including carbon dioxide (CO2) and methane (CH4), and the exploitation of natural resources for capitalistic gain. In other words, mitigation is the interruption or reduction of climate change-driving emissions.

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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 3, 2022

On October 3, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the department has developed guidance for landowners, developers, planners and local officials who are considering building grid-scale solar installations. Read more here. Click Here for a copy of the guidance.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Under Governor Wolf, we’ve accelerated and expanded work to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to equip Pennsylvania’s communities, businesses, and individual residents to address climate change impacts occurring now and projected for the near future. Pennsylvania’s greenhouse gas emissions are tracked yearly.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 22, 2024

With that commitment, Pennsylvania is leading the nation in getting energy from renewable resources that include solar and wind power, beating out states traditionally known for clean energy like California and Texas.

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Washington Nature

MARCH 11, 2022

This transportation package strikes directly at the state’s largest source of greenhouse gas emissions. Climate Change Resilience and Mitigation Buildings are the fastest growing source of greenhouse gas pollution in the state , and meaningful action on climate change means curbing this source of pollution. Finally, we thank state Rep.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

On September 12, former DEP Secretary Patrick McDonnell was appointed President & CEO of PennFuture , a statewide advocacy organization dedicated to protecting public health, restoring and protecting natural resources, and moving Pennsylvania toward a clean energy future.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 21, 2024

Every year we shortchange DEP, we reduce our competitiveness as a state to attract next generation development and opportunities, not to mention remediate the legacies of the past.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 15, 2022

Pennsylvania’s economy, health and safety, and quality of life are dependent on the careful stewardship of our natural resources. Those goals call for a statewide reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions 26 percent by 2025, with a further 80 percent reduction by 2050 from 2005 levels.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 24, 2022

3, Business Meeting March 17 DEP: Public Urged To Take Precautions - Deer Tick Virus (DTV) Detected At High Levels In Clearfield County Park PA Resources Council Invites Municipalities In Western PA To Host Traveling Glass Recycling Bin Program DEP Invests Over $2.7 24 Manada Conservancy Hosts Feb. 24 Manada Conservancy Hosts Feb.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Lancaster Cemetery Community Tree Planting & Clean Up Set For Nov. Lancaster Cemetery Community Tree Planting & Clean Up Set For Nov. Lancaster Cemetery Community Tree Planting & Clean Up Set For Nov. 20 Webinar On Federal Build Back Better Proposal Manada Conservancy Hosts Oct. 26 Plants Rule!

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 2, 2024

1-31 Grants -- EPA Awards $55.7 1-31 Grants -- EPA Awards $55.7

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The number of supporters on this letter demonstrates the strength and breadth of public support for eschewing the Commonwealth's dependence on fossil fuels and for prioritizing an equitable transition to an economy fueled by clean energy and energy efficiency innovation. Resource Link: -- DCED: Gov.

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Acoel

MAY 18, 2021

Million tons of regional CO2 per year, and providing energy cost savings to Mainers ($40 million per year in savings) and others in New England. Environmental groups are split: the Conservation Law Foundation supports it, but the Natural Resources Council of Maine opposes it. What gives?

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Renewable Energy Electricity Fossil Fuels Wind Power 76

Law Columbia

AUGUST 22, 2022

The bill is sprawling, covering climate and energy topics as diverse as electric vehicles, building decarbonization, clean energy manufacturing and supply chains, agriculture, and greening the electricity system, all through a range of tax incentives and direct grants. Still, how does a local government tap in?

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2026 Clean Air Act Air Pollution Greenhouse 121

Environmental Science

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

What is Conservation? We define conservation as a broad approach to preserving what is already there and the due care and attention to protecting it for the future (1). It is also dedicated to restoring something to a natural state and maintaining equilibrium. Conservation, Ethics, Philosophy. Defining Conservationism.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 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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Acoel

JULY 25, 2022

To borrow a page from his playbook, let’s consider a bold, “all-in” strategy to combat climate change – one that includes aggressive and timely actions by the states to abate greenhouse gas emissions. the Departments of Interior and Energy). Without question, the Supreme Court decision in West Virginia v.

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Climate Change Toxic Substances Control Act Clean Air Act Greenhouse 40

Greenbuilding Law

APRIL 25, 2021

House Bill 991 responds modifying the definition of “forest mitigation banking” to be the intentional restoration, creation, or qualified conservation of forests undertaken expressly for the purpose of providing credits for afforestation or reforestation requirements with enhanced environmental benefits from future activities.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

His priority is ensuring Pennsylvania has a comprehensive climate and energy policy plan that will move all of us forward. We need to take real action to address climate change, protect and create energy jobs and ensure Pennsylvania has reliable, affordable and clean power for the long term,” Shapiro said in the statement.

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Natural Gas Clean Energy Renewable Energy Greenhouse 107

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 15, 2024

Click Here for the Senate Republican reaction to Energy Plan. This plan is projected to save Pennsylvania ratepayers and Pennsylvania households more than $252 million dollars in the first five years alone, lower utility bills, and create a more reliable energy industry, create more jobs, and a cleaner air – that is a win in my book.”

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Clean Energy Renewable Energy Climate Change Electricity 83

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 20, 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.

Natural Gas 108

Natural Gas Electricity Politics Natural Resources 108

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 14, 2024

Opportunities to learn more about environmental and energy issues affecting Pennsylvania for students and adults-- Awards/Recognition -- Myers Family Farm In Centre County Receives 2023 PA Leopold Conservation Award [PaEN] -- PA Dept. 13 -- Warren Times: Audubon Community Nature Center To Host Day Camp Jan. 19 & Feb.

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Natural Gas Fossil Fuels 2023 Conservation 48

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 14, 2022

The Great Plains Institute , using data from a 2009 Department of Conservation and Natural Resources report , estimates the state could store about 2.4 This is equivalent to the level of greenhouse gases emitted from 517 million gas-powered passenger vehicles annually, according to the EPA.

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Carbon Dioxide 2009 Carbon Emissions Atmosphere 57

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

However, production and transport of hydrogen – regardless of feedstock – are energy intensive and carry significant emission concerns. Hydrogen is an indirect greenhouse gas that can lead to the formation of ozone and methane. kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent per kilogram of hydrogen production (2.5

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 2, 2022

Billion Backlog Of Infrastructure Repairs, To Expand Local Economies, Provide Recreation For All [PaEN] -- DCNR Blog: Conservation Funds Help Communities Provide Outdoor Places, Opportunities; Apply Now [PaEN] -- TribLive: Jacobs Creek Watershed Flood Control Projects To Be Unveiled -- Pike Conservation District: Not Just A Hole In The Ground!

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Natural Gas Clean Energy Conservation 2008 62

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 22, 2023

Forming Work Group On Climate/Clean Energy, Co-Chairs Announced In response to a question from Sen. Gene Yaw (R-Lycoming), Majority Chair of the Senate Environmental Committee, on DEP’s final regulation reducing carbon pollution from power plants consistent with the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, Acting Secretary Negrin said Gov.

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Clean Energy Natural Resources Technology Technology 95

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 21, 2024

Amanda Cappelletti (D) -- The Guardian: Lawsuit By University of Pennsylvania Climate Scientist Michael Mann Over Online Attacks Finally Comes To Trial -- DEP Extends Deadline For Comments On Proposed Grant Program To Reduce Industrial Sector Greenhouse Gas Emissions To Jan. Schuylkill County -- PA Solar Center Jan.

Conservation 98

Conservation Natural Gas 2024 Waste 98

Vermont Law

DECEMBER 19, 2018

According to the administration, energy independence not only means lessening dependence on foreign energy but also energy dominance for the United States, to the point where energy exports become feasible. The second goal of the plan is to create “millions of new jobs” in energy-related fields through deregulation.

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2017 Clean Air Act Environmental Protection 2027 59

PA Environment Daily

MAY 21, 2023

LLC’s Nancy 13 Conventional Well Leaking Gas, Production Wastewater Since 2018; Citizen Complaint Finds ‘Bubbling’ Gas Well [PaEN] -- PA Oil & Gas Industrial Facilities: Permit Notices/Opportunities To Comment - May 20 [PaEN] -- Heinz Endowments Awards Nearly $11.1

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Natural Gas Renewable Energy Conservation Electricity 62

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 14, 2024

Thank you for your leadership! -- Myers Family Farm In Centre County Receives 2023 PA Leopold Conservation Award [PaEN] -- PA Dept. Million Grant For Zero Emission Trucks -- WESA: Casey- Federal Funding To Grant PA Schools Clean Energy Buses -- PA Capital-Star: PA To Receive $47.3 Received $6.19 19 & Feb.

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Conservation Natural Gas Recycling 2023 106

PA Environment Daily

MARCH 22, 2023

Through the IRA, there are also many opportunities for climate change mitigation through cleaner vehicles, homes that are more energy efficient, and reductions in greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and methane. We will continue to transition to a clean energy economy that creates good paying, family supporting jobs.

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