Pennsylvania hits solar energy milestone. Advocates say there’s much more to do Rachel McDevittJanuary 10, 2024 Pennsylvania now has 1 gigawatt of solar energy capacity–enough to power all the homes in a city as big as Pittsburgh. Climate ChangeEnergy
Pa. drilling fees for 2023 estimated to be among lowest on record Rachel McDevittJanuary 4, 2024 It's about $100 million less than the previous year. Impact fees go to communities get to help offset the effects of natural gas drilling. EconomyEnergy
Pa. lawmakers debate proposal to raise state’s renewable energy goal Rachel McDevittJanuary 3, 2024 A bill in the state House would increase the amount of electricity Pennsylvania gets from renewable sources from 8% now to 30% by 2030. Climate ChangeEnergy
Pa. drilling activity on track to be lowest in a decade Rachel McDevittDecember 21, 2023 A new report from the state’s Independent Fiscal Office notes declines in new natural gas wells and the price of natural gas between July and September. EconomyEnergy
Pa. will have two years to update methane rules for oil and gas sites to match EPA Rachel McDevittDecember 19, 2023 The new EPA rule aims to avoid 80% of methane emissions by 2038, an estimated 58 million tons. Methane is a potent greenhouse gas. Climate ChangeEnergy
Clean energy dollars are flowing into Pa., but results remain to be seen Rachel McDevittDecember 12, 2023 Private companies have committed $3 billion for clean energy projects in Pa., but many are still in the planning phases. Climate ChangeEconomyEnergy
Pennsylvania ranks 7th in nation in greenhouse gas supply Rachel McDevittDecember 7, 2023 A new study adds up how much companies are contributing to the country’s greenhouse gas emissions and groups them by state. Climate ChangeEconomyEnergy
Controversial solar project near Gettysburg loses in court again Rachel McDevittDecember 7, 2023 The ruling said the project in Mount Joy Township did not meet local zoning standards. It could impact future solar court cases in Pennsylvania. Climate ChangeEnergy
Pa. lawmakers look for hydrogen models after hub announcement Rachel McDevittNovember 27, 2023 Health and environmental advocates are calling for high standards to prevent more planet-warming emissions from new hydrogen projects. Climate ChangeEnergy
Pa. families call on Josh Shapiro to fulfill recommendations of fracking grand jury Rachel McDevittNovember 22, 2023 Families living near fracking in Washington County are disappointed in Gov. Josh Shapiro. They want more accountability for the industry. EnergyHealth
