Union of Concerned Scientists

AUGUST 21, 2024

This concern centers on the fact that by premising eligibility of combustion or gasification (C&G) facilities on net greenhouse gas emissions rates, the framework opens the door to complex issues requiring careful resolution to avoid heavily polluting generators exploiting carbon accounting loopholes.

Electricity 288

Electricity Wind Power Greenhouse Clean Energy 288

Real Climate

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

We can explore the issues and pitfalls of this using the ‘simple model’ of the greenhouse effect we explored back in 2007. The simplest model for the greenhouse effect. Over the last 20 years the LW radiative forcing change from well-mixed greenhouse gases is around 0.7 A simple model with feedbacks.

Radiation 307

Radiation Atmosphere Greenhouse 2001 307

Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 10, 2024

Conservation : The House framework proposes moving conservation funding from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into the food and farm bill. However, the framework does not include the climate guardrails originally included in the IRA, which required that conservation funding in the bill be dedicated to climate-smart agriculture. …and

Conservation 300

Conservation Climate Change Greenhouse 2024 300

Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Worse still, the law strips energy planning of its focus on addressing climate change and greenhouse gas reductions and sidelines the critical role of energy conservation.

Nuclear Power 113

Nuclear Power 2017 Climate Change Law 113

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Photo credit: NRCS EDITOR’S NOTE: On October 9, 2024, NSAC released Stewarding Success: CSP Under the 2018 Farm Bill , a comprehensive analysis of the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) over the course of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 Farm Bill). billion over five years to bolster USDA conservation programs , including $3.25

Conservation 98

Conservation 2018 Climate Change Natural Resources 98

Union of Concerned Scientists

MAY 23, 2023

Chevron’s board of directors said that “reducing Chevron’s absolute Scope 3 greenhouse gas (“GHG”) emissions is not in stockholders’ interests, nor should it be Chevron’s responsibility.” Many oil and gas companies use a voluntary standard created by the International Petroleum Industry Environmental Conservation Association (IPIECA).

Carbon Emissions 345

Carbon Emissions Fossil Fuels Greenhouse Sea Level 345

Legal Planet

MAY 16, 2023

In the past two years, however, the things have started trending upward after years of inaction by conservative governments. By late 2021, after a decade of conservatives control of the executive branch, Australia was ranked last of sixty countries in terms of climate policy, below countries such as Saudia Arabia and Kazakhstan.

2030 264

2030 Law 2007 2005 264

Union of Concerned Scientists

AUGUST 2, 2022

billion annually for the federal Conservation Stewardship Program and $1.3 If passed, the current Senate proposal would inject many of those new dollars into proven US Department of Agriculture (USDA) programs over the next four years—most notably, $3.25 billion annually for climate-focused technical assistance.

Climate Change 334

Climate Change Greenhouse Technology Technology 334

Real Climate

APRIL 6, 2023

Nevertheless, the summary for policymakers states the need for “rapid and deep and, in most cases, immediate greenhouse gas emissions reductions in all sectors this decade” if we want global warming to keep below 1.5°C Humans work hard to add greenhouse gases such as CO 2 into the atmosphere. C or 2°C since preindustrial times (p.

Climate Change 299

Climate Change Fossil Fuels Greenhouse 2012 299

Washington Nature

DECEMBER 13, 2023

While growing, they provide clean air and clean water, habitat for wildlife, and capture and store carbon, lowering greenhouse gas emissions. The Nature Conservancy and the Kiwanis Club of Cle Elum are taking the sustainability of real trees one step further with benefits for conservation and the community.

Conservation 98

Conservation Fossil Fuels Recycling Greenhouse 98

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

OCTOBER 6, 2023

Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) is perhaps the single most ready-made tool for farmers to voluntarily tackle climate change. CSP’s Approach to Conservation Farmers and ranchers are important managers of our shared air, water, and soil resources, and CSP recognizes and rewards this critical role.

Conservation 94

Conservation 2022 Climate Change Natural Resources 94

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

By Penn State News With a goal of achieving 100% greenhouse gas emissions reduction by 2035, Penn State – under the direction of President Neeli Bendapudi -- is moving forward with several of the recommendations presented by the University’s Carbon Emissions Reduction Task Force in Spring 2022.

Greenhouse 98

Greenhouse Carbon Emissions Electricity 2005 98

Union of Concerned Scientists

AUGUST 21, 2024

Most prominently, because the approach is changing from rewarding specific technologies to rewarding anything that meets the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions threshold of “clean”—hence the “tech-neutral” label—exactly how the government goes about determining whether or not something is actually eligible will be enormously important.

Electricity 306

Electricity Clean Energy Greenhouse Technology 306

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

On September 15, The Conservation Innovation Fund , Ecosystem Services Market Consortium , and the Maryland & Virginia Milk Producer’s Cooperative Association were awarded $25 million by the U.S. USDA's vision for the Climate-Smart Commodities program moves the conservation finance field to new levels.

Conservation 98

Conservation Greenhouse 2022 98

Circle of Blue

APRIL 8, 2025

Still, Suzie Stranik, the chair of the Seldovia Arts Council, recalls shutting down her greenhouse early and flushing her toilets sparingly. Because Beaver Creek flows through the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge, the team hopes these potential areas of salmon refugia will benefit from dedicated habitat conservation.

2019 214

2019 2009 Natural Gas Sea Level 214

Legal Planet

AUGUST 16, 2021

Elder, a conservative talk radio host, is probably the leading Republican candidate at this point. Faulconer has taken credit for the passage of the city’s 2015 Climate Action Plan, which requires the city to cut its greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2035. Ose’s lifetime score from the League of Conservation Voters was 12%.

Climate Change 246

Climate Change 2014 Renewable Energy 2015 246

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 9, 2023

On August 8, the National Association of Conservation Districts announced a call for concept papers as it launches the first phase of a $90 million program funded by the U.S. This will align concepts, as well as link potential partners with local conservation districts and other organizations. million metric tons of CO2 equivalent.

Conservation 74

Conservation Greenhouse Natural Resources 2023 74

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 27, 2024

How Oil & Gas Waste Haunts Pennsylvania [PaEN] -- Lehigh Valley-Based Wildlands Conservancy Highlights November Program, Activities -- Schuylkill Action Network To Hold Annual Meeting Nov. 11 -- DEP Eligible For $1.7 26 -- Sierra Club PA Hosts Oct. 30 Webinar - It’s Scary Out Here! 11 -- DEP Eligible For $1.7 11 -- DEP Eligible For $1.7

Natural Gas 84

Natural Gas Clean Energy Conservation Renewable Energy 84

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 19, 2023

On April 19, the Brandywine Conservancy is excited to launch a new Climate Resiliency Initiative to help local municipalities and landowners proactively address climate change in their communities. We're thankful for the expert guidance the Conservancy has provided in this endeavor.” President of Malvern Borough Council.

Climate Change 97

Climate Change Conservation Wind Power Natural Resources 97

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 26, 2024

The Department of Agriculture published notices in the April 27 PA Bulletin announcing it is now accepting applications for Agricultural Conservation Research Grants ( formal notice ) and Agricultural Research Grants ( formal notice ). Ag Conservation Research The Department intends to make up to $1.5

Conservation 80

Conservation Waste Greenhouse 2024 80

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

DECEMBER 15, 2023

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provided an historic investment of nearly $20 billion in agricultural conservation funding focused specifically on climate change. Conservation buffer in bloom at Vilicus Farms. Lee Siler nonetheless advocates for high-quality conservation practices and employs them on his farm.

Climate Change 101

Climate Change Conservation 2022 Natural Resources 101

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 2, 2024

6 [PaEN] -- DCNR Grants Newsletter: PA Healthy Lands Week Accepting Signups; Kittatinny Ridge Sentinel Landscape Designation; PA Sojourn Grants Awarded; Much More! -- WITF/WVIA: Hikers Celebrate PA Native Species Day At Lackawanna State Park -- Republican Herald: Schuylkill County Conservancy To Maintain 1.5 28 to Oct. 28 to Oct.

Conservation 84

Conservation Clean Energy Air Pollution 2024 84

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 26, 2024

February 27-- House Appropriations Committee Budget Hearing: 10:00- Department of Environmental Protection, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Pennsylvania's public natural resources are the common property of all the people, including generations yet to come. House Floor. House Floor.

Natural Resources 82

Natural Resources Natural Gas 2025 Environmental Protection 82

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

28 -- Warren Times: PA Wilds Selects Warren As Host Community For Regional Worker Program -- PA Wilds Center: Remote Work Initiative Jumpstarts Transformation Of Community Space In Bellefonte -- Manada Conservancy Hosts Feb. 22 Webinar On How Green Is Blue Hydrogen? Deadline Feb.

Conservation 87

Conservation Natural Gas 2023 2022 87

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Going The RIGHT WAY: -- 35 New Stories - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership In PA -- 4,258 Stories In 2023 - Environmental & Conservation Leadership, Significant Events In PA [PaEN] -- 3,190 New Stories In 2022 - REAL Environmental & Conservation Leadership [PaEN] [Posted: December 31, 2023] PA Environment Digest

Conservation 84

Conservation Endangered Species Act Electricity 2023 84

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 24, 2023

Three new guides are now available from WeConservePA addressing carbon issues in conservation easements-- -- Addressing Climate Change and Carbon Sequestration in Conservation Easements : The reality of climate change brought on by increasing levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere presents challenges to conservation practitioners.

Conservation 75

Conservation Climate Change Atmosphere Greenhouse 75

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Photo credit: Mark Anson On August 31, the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced the availability of $65 million for the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) program. CIGs bring a wide range of partners to the table to support innovation.

Conservation 90

Conservation 2018 Natural Resources 2023 90

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 84

Conservation Nuclear Power Waste 2024 84

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 9, 2024

On October 9, the Conservation Innovation Fund , a conservation and sustainability impact finance firm, announced the launch of the second round of farm enrollment for its Climate-Smart Commodities Market Program. Conservation Innovation Fund worked with us to ensure we were successful in meeting our sustainability goals."

Conservation 78

Conservation 2024 2025 Greenhouse 78

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 16, 2023

Of Environmental Professionals Now Accepting Applications For College Scholarship Program [PaEN] -- MCall: Can Dogs Be Used To Combat Spotted Lanternfly?

Conservation 84

Conservation Natural Gas Renewable Energy Fossil Fuels 84

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 18, 2023

Steel Is Progressing Toward Greenhouse Gas Emissions Goals [ 2022 ESG Report ] -- Pittsburgh Business Times: Carnegie Mellon ($3.1 million), Thar Energy ($2.2 Acre Waterfront Park Over I-95 Along Philadelphia Riverfront -- DCNR State Parks June Environmental Education Newsletter - Take A Hike! 23 to Oct.

Conservation 84

Conservation Natural Gas Electricity Recycling 84

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 25, 2023

Shambaugh, PA Association of Conservation Districts [PaEN] -- Citizens Voice: Earth Conservancy Receives $1.96

Conservation 84

Conservation Natural Gas Waste Recycling 84

PA Environment Daily

JULY 20, 2024

Department of Agriculture is investing $90 million in 53 Conservation Innovation Grants projects, which support the development of new tools, approaches, practices and technologies to further natural resource conservation on private lands. Two awarded CIG projects will take place in Pennsylvania-- -- The Nature Conservancy - $2.2

Conservation 77

Conservation Technology Technology Natural Resources 77

Legal Planet

MAY 19, 2023

That statute authorizes the state’s oil and gas supervisor–rebranded in recent years as the Department of Conservation’s more benign-sounding Geologic Energy Management Division–to permit drilling of new oil and gas wells and to use fracking technology in the operation of existing wells.

Law 264

Law Fossil Fuels Climate Change Regulations 264

Scientific American

JULY 31, 2023

Scientific American is the essential guide to the most awe-inspiring advances in science and technology, explaining how they change our understanding of the world and shape our lives.

Greenhouse 98

Greenhouse Waste Technology Technology 98

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

DECEMBER 8, 2023

More than a year later , this once-in-a-generation investment approximately doubled the funding available for the US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) core conservation programs. Keeping nitrous oxide out of the atmosphere is not the only conservation contribution of practices like these, though.

Climate Change 72

Climate Change Conservation Greenhouse Carbon Dioxide 72

PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Million For Farmland Preservation & Climate Change Mitigation Project [PaEN] -- Capital & Main - Audrey Carleton: Environmentalists Demand Answers About PA Governor’s Secretive Committee On Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative -- StateImpactPA - Rachel McDevitt: What Can One Person Do About Climate Change?

Conservation 81

Conservation Natural Gas Climate Change 2001 81