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The Court Has Spoken: A Healthy Climate is a Human Right

Union of Concerned Scientists

States must regulate high-emitting companies —The Court clearly stated that certain sectors and industries, namely the fossil fuel industry and agribusinesses have played an outsized role in driving climate change, and as a result, must work toward reporting and reducing their GHG emissions.

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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. These events were held to educate local residents about the benefits of solar energy and electric vehicles. Patty Kim (D-Dauphin), Rep.

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What are the environmental impacts of artificial intelligence? 

Union of Concerned Scientists

They require far more powerful processors called GPUs (Graphics Processing Units), consume dramatically more electricity, and need significantly more water for cooling. A single AI-focused data center can use as much electricity as a small city and as much water as a large neighborhood. to 12% (300+ TWh to 500+ TWh).

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PennEnvironment Study Details Costs To Consumers, Power Demands, Environmental Risks Of The Surging Growth Of Massive Data Centers

PA Environment Daily

Rising electricity demand from U.S. data centers risks deepening Americas reliance on fossil fuels and can put consumers and communities at risk, according to the report. Electricity demand to power these centers is projected to increase as well. PIRG Education Fund. of the states energy use.

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PECO Agrees To Purchase 25 MW Of Solar Energy As Part Of Its Default Power Procurement In Settlement With Energy Justice Advocates

PA Environment Daily

On November 11, Energy Justice Advocates announced PECO has agreed to contract for 25 MW of solar energy as part of its default power procurement for electric customers from June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2029 as a result of a settlement recently approved by the Public Utility Commission. PECO serves nearly 1.7

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Earth Day 2025: Embracing renewable energy for our planet

A Greener Life

Reduce the dependency on fossil fuels It urges governments, companies, and individuals to reduce fossil fuel dependency and scale up sustainable alternatives. Earth Day takes place on 22 April and marks its 55th anniversary in 2025.

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Environment & Energy Educational Opportunities For Students & Adults

PA Environment Daily

Million In Alternative Fuel Vehicle Grants Announced To Lower Costs, Improve Air Quality; Deadline For New Applications Oct. 10 [PaEN] -- Post-Gazette: DEP Approves More Than $1 Million In Grants For Clean Energy Vehicles In Western PA -- NPR: Do You Want Federal Money For An Electric Vehicle Or Home Solar?