Bipartisan legislation that proposes the installation of solar panels in schools across Pennsylvania awaits a vote in the state Senate.
Tag Archives: environment
Commonwealth Court denies PA attempts to join RGGI
In a significant setback for environmental efforts in Pennsylvania, a state court recently ruled that a program designed to reduce air pollution from power plants is illegal.
Pa. House environmental leader guts his own bill to manage crypto mining growth
The Democratic chairperson of the state House committee that vets environmental policy gutted his own bill on Monday, legislation that was designed to help the state get a regulatory grip on the energy-hungry cryptocurrency mining industry.
Poll: PA voters want stronger limits on methane emissions
A new poll shows Pennsylvania voters are concerned about the environment and support the Environmental Protection Agency’s efforts to limit methane emissions from the oil and gas industry.
Climate change is about to play a big role in government purchases – with vast implications for the US economy
The Biden Administration directed U.S. agencies to begin considering the social cost of greenhouse gases when making purchase decisions and implementing their budgets.
Pennsylvanians encouraged to ‘leave the leaves’ for vital wildlife habitat
Fall leaves on the lawn might seem like a nuisance, but they actually play an important role for the environment.
More Time to Comment on EPA Blast Furnace Rules
The Environmental Protection Agency has proposed a new rule for iron and steel mills under the Clean Air Act and comments have been extended to Sept. 29.
One Year Later, Inflation Reduction Act Brings Clean Energy Investments and Job Growth
Here in Pennsylvania, the state has invested over $197 million in clean energy projects, and over 450 new, good-paying jobs have been created since the IRA’s passage, as of July 2023.
By Stalling on RGGI, Here’s What Pa. Residents are Missing | Opinion
In March, Pennsylvania passed up millions of dollars that could have gone toward tackling climate change and reducing energy costs for millions of Pennsylvania residents.
Commentary: Pennsylvania Should Ban Utility Shutoffs in Extreme Summer Heat | Opinion
We know high temperatures impact the commonwealth from June through September, but even a July and August moratorium would protect lower-income residents from the dangers of excessive heat in their homes during the hottest time of the summer.