Circle of Blue

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

One is strengthening commitments to reduce heat-trapping greenhouse gas emissions in order to keep the planet from dangerously overheating. This hotly contested referendum is focused on the future of electric power in the region. And they think that Maine, which is not the primary user of the electricity, is paying too high a cost.

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2021 Electricity Environmental Protection Politics 274

Union of Concerned Scientists

JUNE 24, 2024

Over the past year, I have written a lot about electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling, answering common questions , reviewing the European Union’s gold standard battery recycling policy , and establishing principles for strong EV recycling policy generally. Electric vehicles are the future.

Recycling 147

Recycling Technology Technology Electricity 147

Union of Concerned Scientists

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Lithium-ion batteries are efficient, compact, and have a long lifespan – all factors that enable electric vehicles (EVs), which are powered by these batteries, to be a great substitute for their gasoline counterpart. Transportation is a large contributor to greenhouse gas emissions.

Renewable Energy 264

Renewable Energy Recycling Technology Technology 264

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 22, 2022

When the sun isn’t shining or the wind isn’t blowing, batteries help store clean energy to continue supplying electricity to the grid and to customers consistently and reliably. Generating and storing clean energy is a lifeline for the planet’s future; burning coal, oil, and gas fossil fuels causes 75% of greenhouse gas emissions.

Renewable Energy 202

Renewable Energy Fossil Fuels Clean Energy Recycling 202

Enviromental Defense

MAY 24, 2023

Electric vehicles (EVs) play an important role in reducing carbon pollution from transportation. But there are some false and half true claims being made about electric vehicles. Here we will separate fact from fiction about electric vehicles. For example , in Ontario, a Hyundai Ioniq EV only emits 6.2

Electricity 105

Electricity Fossil Fuels 2030 2010 105

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

18 EarthTalk Features Penn State Sustainability Director Lara Fowler On Decarbonizing The University [PaEN] -- Penn State Delegation In Azerbaijan For UN’s Annual Climate Meeting -- WPSU: When Will Greenhouse Gas Emissions Finally Peak? Of Environmental Professionals Host Dec. Of Environmental Professionals Host Dec.

Conservation 83

Conservation Electricity Recycling Waste 83

Legal Planet

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

The electric vehicle (EV) market is growing rapidly, but with this growth comes public pressure to ensure supply chains for EV batteries are sustainable. companies operating electric vehicle fleets, the information and recommendations can also benefit other companies involved in the EV supply chain.

Electricity 130

Electricity Recycling Politics Greenhouse 130

E2 Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The changes are designed to support a renewable energy grid, make buildings more energy efficient, support the use of electric vehicles, and reduce waste and stormwater runoff. This will provide greater flexibility for electric equipment such as heat pumps. The proposal will now advance to the City Council for final approval.

Renewable Energy 105

Renewable Energy Electricity Carbon Emissions Recycling 105

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Of Agriculture, Land O'Lakes Farmer Cooperative, National Hemp Assn. Of Interior Announces Approval Of Another $244 Million In Funding To Pennsylvania For Cleaning Up Legacy Pollution From Abandoned Mine Lands; Local Mine Reclamation Grants Due To DEP Nov. 8 [PaEN] -- Penn State EarthTalks: Oct.

Natural Gas 83

Natural Gas Clean Energy Conservation Renewable Energy 83

Greenbuilding Law

AUGUST 7, 2022

As governments enact mandatory greenhouse gas emission laws and as businesses voluntarily make “net zero” pledges, we are increasingly working with organizations, first to understand and calculate their GHG emissions, then to implement strategies for efficacious yet frictionless reductions. Air conditioning and refrigeration.

Greenhouse 52

Greenhouse Fossil Fuels Waste Cooling 52

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

CNX published notice it would be cleaning up the site under the Act 2 Land Recycling Program. ( 2024 Act 2 Oil & Gas Facility Pollution Cleanups So far in 2024, DEP received or acted on 262 Act 2 Land Recycling notices related to oil and gas facility site cleanups. 1 Electricity Price Changes; Rates Will Vary From 8.4%

Natural Gas 102

Natural Gas 2024 2027 Recycling 102

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. Photo by Aleksejs Bergmanis.

Biofuels 95

Biofuels Carbon Emissions Carbon Monoxide Air Pollution 95

Enviromental Defense

MAY 31, 2022

As with many environmental issues, when it comes to climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions, this is no ordinary election. . As the province with the second highest greenhouse gas emissions in Canada, not doing enough to reduce these emissions is bad for the future of not just Ontario, but the whole country. .

Climate Change 98

Climate Change Politics 2022 2030 98

PA Environment Daily

MAY 11, 2022

By Jennifer Matthews, Penn State News Upcycling plastic waste into graphite, used in electric vehicles and renewable energy storage, could positively contribute to the global economy, preserving resources, saving energy and reducing carbon dioxide emissions, according to Penn State researchers. president and CEO.

Upcycling 52

Upcycling Clean Energy Waste Electricity 52

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

We Do Not Trust Foxes To Guard Henhouses’ -- PennDOT To Open Next Round Of Federal Electric Vehicle Charging Application Period Dec. Pursue Your Constitutional Right To A Clean Environment In Pennsylvania House next voting day Nov. 11, 12, 13 -- Committee Schedule Senate next voting day Nov. 11; Sets Nov. 11; Sets Nov. 11; Sets Nov.

Clean Energy 108

Clean Energy Fossil Fuels Recycling Government 108

PA Environment Daily

MAY 11, 2023

DOE Proposes Framework For National Electric Transmission Corridors To Spur New Lines, Ease Grid Congestion PA Politics - Everything Is Connected -- AP: PA Republicans Put Clout Back On Line In Primary Election After Losing U.S.

Natural Gas 109

Natural Gas Fossil Fuels Greenhouse Waste 109

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 6, 2025

Thank you for your leadership! -- PUC Urges Pennsylvanians To Prepare Now For Winter Storms [PaEN] -- Utility Dive: North American Electric Reliability Corp. Issues Electric Grid Reliability Warning Ahead Of Expected Winter Storm In Eastern US Starting Jan. 13 -- Pike Conservation District: Pike/Wayne Counties Contractors Workshop Feb.

Conservation 81

Conservation 2025 Natural Gas 2024 81

Greenbuilding Law

APRIL 17, 2022

With legislation that became law last week, without the Governor’s signature, Maryland has enacted the most rigorous state law in the country reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and otherwise addressing ESG stewardship including climate change. only days from now). All of which is true, but.

Greenhouse 52

Greenhouse Law Electricity Climate Change 52

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 1, 2023

Click Here to watch online. -- House Committee Holds June 5 Hearing On Bill Requiring Environmental Impact Reports On Certain Electric Generation, Waste, Major Air Pollution Sources Locating In Already Burdened Communities [PaEN] -- PA Assn. June 7-- Senate Environmental Resources and Energy Committee informational briefing on carbon capture.

Natural Gas 107

Natural Gas Electricity Recycling Politics 107

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 31, 2023

13 Hearing On Hazardous Sites Cleanup Plan For Newberry Twp.

Conservation 84

Conservation Endangered Species Act Electricity 2023 84

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Electric-Generating Capacity In 2023 Will Be Solar, 17% is Battery Storage -- Utility Dive: Solar Energy Will Provide 54% Of New U.S. EIA: More Than Half Of New U.S. Power Generating Capacity In 2023, With 29.1 GW Added, U.S. EIA Projects -- Financial Times: Fall In Petrol Use In Gas-Guzzling U.S.

Natural Gas 113

Natural Gas 2023 Fossil Fuels Recycling 113

A Greener Life

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

About the technology, Wu Xiaonan, an official at the National Speed Skating Oval said: “With the CO2 refrigeration process, we can save 20-30% on electricity compared to traditional ice-making methods.” ” The Games take place in 25 venues, 13 of which are newly built. Fully powered by renewable energy.

Renewable Energy 98

Renewable Energy Technology Technology Cooling 98

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 27, 2024

On August 27, Ready for 100% Montgomery County announced nearly one-third of the communities in Montgomery County committed to a gradual transition to 100 percent clean, renewable energy in its electricity usage by 2035 and in all sectors (heat, transportation) by 2050.

Clean Energy 87

Clean Energy Renewable Energy Fossil Fuels Electricity 87

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 7, 2022

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. On December 7, Clean Energy Fuels Corp. Over Last Year [PaEN] [Posted: December 7, 2022] PA Environment Digest

Natural Gas 52

Natural Gas Recycling Carbon Emissions Clean Energy 52

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 23, 2023

2022 Natural Gas House Explosion In Dauphin County Susquehanna River Basin Commission Holds Nov. 30 Guest Essay: My Hometown Shows The Benefits Of The Fossil Fuel Industry Come At A Tremendous Cost - Gov. Billion In Grants To Strengthen Power Grid Against Extreme Weather, To Deliver Cheaper, Cleaner, Reliable Energy, PA Included Gov.

Natural Gas 98

Natural Gas Recycling Conservation Fossil Fuels 98

Ocean Conservancy

MAY 20, 2023

As electric vehicles (EVs) and renewables cut into demand and fracking created a surplus of oil and gas, they needed a Plan B: plastics. And conveniently, they put the blame on individual consumers when recycling and waste management fails and when plastics end up in our waterways. Systems change.

Ocean 110

Ocean Waste Conservation Fossil Fuels 110

A Greener Life

APRIL 11, 2022

The UN agency concluded global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are at the highest levels in human history and without immediate and deep emissions reductions across all sectors limiting climate change to 1.5°C This would include using materials more efficiently, reusing and recycling products and minimising waste. It was sombre reading.

Fossil Fuels 98

Fossil Fuels Climate Change 2030 Renewable Energy 98

Enviromental Defense

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The world is trying to get away from burning fossil fuels for energy because it’s a major source of air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. A recent study shows that waste incineration causes the most greenhouse gas emissions for each unit of electricity when compared to generation from other fossil fuels.

Fossil Fuels 111

Fossil Fuels Air Pollution Waste Greenhouse 111

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 19, 2024

1 Virtual Meeting On Distributed Energy Resources Participation In Wholesale Markets -- DEP Extends Deadline For Comment On Reducing Industrial Sector Greenhouse Gas Emissions In PA (RISE) To Jan. Million In Grants For Alternative Fuels Charging Stations, Clean Fuel Vehicles [PaEN] -- PUC Hosts Feb. 29 -- PA Solar Center Jan.

Natural Gas 109

Natural Gas Natural Resources 2024 Recycling 109

PA Environment Daily

JULY 28, 2023

Land Recycling/Brownfield Cleanups -- Chesapeake Appalachia, LLC - DPH Shale Gas Well Pad: DEP approved a Final Report on remediation of soil contaminated with ethylene glycol in Windham Twp., The following DEP notices were published in the July 29 PA Bulletin related to oil and gas industry facilities. Wyoming County. ( McKean County. (

Natural Gas 95

Natural Gas Waste Greenhouse Recycling 95

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

20 To Review 2024 Climate Impacts Assessment, PA Greenhouse Gas Inventory, Climate Action Plan [PaEN] -- Ohio River Valley Institute Feb. 20 To Review 2024 Climate Impacts Assessment, PA Greenhouse Gas Inventory, Climate Action Plan [PaEN] -- Ohio River Valley Institute Feb.

Natural Gas 83

Natural Gas Recycling Climate Change Solar Power 83

PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 30, 2023

30 Hearing On State’s Electronics Waste Recycling Law; Current Program Is Broken Keep PA Beautiful Updates Popular Litter Education Series: Open Your Eyes To Litter - Book 1 Available Now! House Environmental Committee To Hold Oct. 8 Hearing, Dec. 6 Business Meeting Nov.

Conservation 96

Conservation Electricity Natural Gas 2023 96

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. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Program.

Waste 98

Waste Recycling Solar Power 2010 98

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 18, 2023

Steel Is Progressing Toward Greenhouse Gas Emissions Goals [ 2022 ESG Report ] -- Pittsburgh Business Times: Carnegie Mellon ($3.1 Steel Is Progressing Toward Greenhouse Gas Emissions Goals [ 2022 ESG Report ] -- Pittsburgh Business Times: Carnegie Mellon ($3.1 And Pennzoil Company In Elk County [PaEN] -- Casey, Fetterman Announce $5.5

Conservation 83

Conservation Natural Gas Electricity Recycling 83

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 14, 2024

Awaits Zoning Approval -- PA Capital-Star Guest Essay: Time For Pennsylvania To Speed Up Transition To Clean Energy - By PennEnvironment -- Broad+Liberty Guest Essay: Pennsylvania Are Better Off For Having More Electricity Options - By John Hanger, Former DEP Secretary, PUC Commissioner -- DEP Awards $39.6 Received $6.19 Received $6.19

Conservation 82

Conservation Natural Gas 2023 Recycling 82

PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 22, 2024

19-22 Senate Environmental Committee To Hold 2nd Joint Hearing With Ohio Legislature On Electric Grid Reliability Feb. 1 Virtual Stakeholders Meeting On Distributed Energy Resources Participation In Wholesale Electricity Markets DEP Awards $1.28 1; Will It Address Natural Gas Infrastructure Vulnerabilities?

Natural Gas 97

Natural Gas Natural Resources 2024 Conservation 97

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 21, 2021

Steel Plant In Braddock, Allegheny County -- CitizensV: DEP To Review Heating Oil Leak Site Near White Haven Center -- MCall: PPL Electric To Lower Customers’ Bills Slightly Beginning Dec. 1 -- PPL Electric: Reaches Agreement To Lower Transmission Rates -- Aug. 1 -- PPL Electric: Reaches Agreement To Lower Transmission Rates -- Aug.

Electricity 62

Electricity Air Pollution Conservation Recycling 62