Sat.Mar 15, 2025

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Environmental Council Of The States, Other State Organizations Write Congress About The Importance Of Federal Funding To State Agencies Implementing Federal Programs

PA Environment Daily

On March 12, the Environmental Council of the States joined eight other state associations in sending a letter to U.S. House and Senate leadership on the importance of federal funding to state environmental agencies to implement federal programs. Because states implement more than 90% of our nations environmental programs, the letter notes that Congress must provide funding to help achieve clean air, water, and land under our system of cooperative federalism.

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Comment: NSAC Responds to Government Funding Deal

National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC)

For Immediate Release Contact: Laura Zaks National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition press@sustainableagriculture.net Comment: NSAC Responds to Government Funding Deal Washington, DC, March 15, 2025 Today, the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) reacted following Senate approval of the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025 (H.R. 1968) on a vote of 54-46.

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Steelton-Highspire School District, Tröegs Independent Brewing Show Benefits Of Going Solar, Driving Electric Busses In Dauphin County

PA Environment Daily

On March 14, a tour of Steelton-Highspire School District facilities and Tregs Independent Brewing in Dauphin County shows the benefits of going solar and electric school buses. Local officials and residents, including Sen. Patty Kim (D-Dauphin), Rep. Dave Madsen (D-Dauphin), Steelton Manager Kathy McCool, and Highspire Mayor Von Hess, joined leaders from Steelton-Highspire School District, the nonprofit environmental group PennEnvironment , McClure Company , and First Student for an informative

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Humboldt Penguins on the Edge

Cool Green Science

Next time youre in need of an odd animal fact to fill a conversational lull, consider the nesting preferences of the Humboldt penguin. The post Humboldt Penguins on the Edge appeared first on Cool Green Science.

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How to Drive Cost Savings, Efficiency Gains, and Sustainability Wins with MES

Speaker: Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions

Is your manufacturing operation reaching its efficiency potential? A Manufacturing Execution System (MES) could be the game-changer, helping you reduce waste, cut costs, and lower your carbon footprint. Join Nikhil Joshi, Founder & President of Snic Solutions, in this value-packed webinar as he breaks down how MES can drive operational excellence and sustainability.

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March 14 Take Five Fridays With Pam, PA Parks & Forests Foundation

PA Environment Daily

The March 14 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks and Forests Foundation featuring articles on-- -- DCNR Awards Ceremony Honors Staff, Volunteers -- Friends of Canoe Creek Call For Volunteers -- Friends of R.B. Winter Report Successful Snowfest -- April 8 - 2024 Photo Contest Winners Art Gallery Reception Capitol Harrisburg Click Here to read the entire Take Five.

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Some US Scientists Stick with the IPCC Despite the Administration Pulling Out of International Climate Work

Inside Climate News

A handful of U.S. researchers joined a critical meeting on climate and cities this week in Japan. For me, this process is so important that if I had to self-fund, I would, said one. By Bob Berwyn Despite a series of directives from the Trump administration aimed at disengaging the U.S. government from international climate collaboration, five U.S. scientists are part of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Changes team of 100 experts from 50 countries who met in Osaka, Japan, this week to star

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PUC Acts To Appoint PA American Water Company To Operate Rock Spring Water Company, Negotiate Long-Term Solution With State College Water Authority

PA Environment Daily

On March 13, the Public Utility Commission took action to ensure the provision of safe and reliable water service for approximately 1,000 customers served by Rock Spring Water Company, appointing Pennsylvania American Water Company as receiver while directing efforts toward a long-term solution. The Commission voted 5-0 to grant an emergency petition filed by the states consumer advocate to appoint a receiver for Rock Spring a small rural water utility facing ongoing service challenges.

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PUC Issues Emergency Order To Veolia Water To Take Over Wonderview Sanitary Water Facilities In Columbia County After Owner Abandoned The System

PA Environment Daily

On March 14, the Public Utility Commission issued an emergency order authorizing Veolia Water Pennsylvania Inc. to manage and operate Wonderview Water Inc. and Wonderview Sanitary Facilities (Wonderview Water and Wastewater) and appointing Veolia as a receiver for the water and wastewater systems. The emergency action by the PUC comes as a result of an unfortunate set of circumstances resulting in the imminent abandonment of the Wonderview Systems by the current owner.

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PA Oil & Gas Weekly Compliance Dashboard - March 8 to 14 -- 9 More Abandoned Conventional Wells; Emergency Access To Gas Storage Area Well Blocked; Now 32 Abandoned Shale Gas Wells This Year

PA Environment Daily

From March 8 to 14, DEPs Oil and Gas Compliance Database shows oil and gas inspectors filed 1,001 inspection entries, plus late postings from previous weeks. Follow these links to spreadsheets showing the violations and inspections occurring between March 8 to 14-- Click Here for violations issued between March 8 to 14. Click Here for inspection entries between March 8 to 14 Enforcement Actions Taken Last Week So far this year, DEP took these actions as of March 7 -- -- NOVs Issued In Last Week:

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Saturday PA Environment & Energy NewsClips - 3.15.25

PA Environment Daily

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. As trustee of these resources, the Commonwealth shall conserve and maintain them for the benefit of all the people. - - Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [Its Not A Suggestion] House Voting Schedule March 17, 18, 19, 24,

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The Key to Sustainable Energy Optimization: A Data-Driven Approach for Manufacturing

Speaker: Kevin Kai Wong, President of Emergent Energy Solutions

In today's industrial landscape, the pursuit of sustainable energy optimization and decarbonization has become paramount. ♻️ Manufacturing corporations across the U.S. are facing the urgent need to align with decarbonization goals while enhancing efficiency and productivity. Unfortunately, the lack of comprehensive energy data poses a significant challenge for manufacturing managers striving to meet their targets. 📊 Join us for a practical webinar hosted by Kevin Kai Wong of Emergent Ene