Shapiro’s working group finds no consensus on RGGI. Supporters and opponents weigh in Rachel McDevittOctober 10, 2023 Both supporters and opponents of Pa. joining the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative feel vindicated by the working group's conclusion. Climate ChangeEnergy
Federal money prioritized for Pa. communities marked as high risk for climate-related disasters Rachel McDevittOctober 10, 2023 The new “community disaster resilience zones” will have prioritized access to federal money for resilience and mitigation projects. Climate Change
Climate activists call on Pennsylvania lawmakers to end fossil fuel use Rachel McDevittOctober 4, 2023 Activists from across Pa. gathered at the state capitol Monday to urge the governor and lawmakers to do more on climate change. Climate Change
In Michael Mann’s new book, Earth’s climate history shows us there’s still time to act Kara HolsoppleOctober 4, 2023 "Our Fragile Moment" takes lessons from the paleoclimate record to help us survive the climate crisis. Climate ChangeCultureEnergyHistoryYour Environment Update
Pa. communities get influx of federal cash to plant trees Rachel McDevittOctober 3, 2023 The funds from the Inflation Reduction Act are for planting trees, combating extreme heat and climate change and improving access to nature. Climate ChangeConservation
Federal rule aims to ease connection between new power and grid Rachel McDevittSeptember 29, 2023 New energy projects can expect a 5-year wait to connect to the grid. Renewable energy experts say we’re getting more and more behind. Climate ChangeEnergy
Climate activists bike hundreds of miles through Pa. to demand change WHYYSeptember 28, 2023 Five riders and two support people rolled into Philadelphia as part of a 300-mile bike ride across the state organized by Pennsylvania Action On Climate. Climate ChangeEnvironmental Justice
Climate change has altered poison ivy leaves in Pennsylvania Kara HolsoppleSeptember 28, 2023 A new study uses over 150 years of poison ivy museum specimens to determine how increased CO2 has impacted the native vine. Climate ChangeConservationWild PennsylvaniaYour Environment Update
Fingerprints of climate change seen in Pa.’s hot summer days Rachel McDevittSeptember 27, 2023 A new report says 97% of Americans experienced at least one summer day with temperatures made at least twice more likely due to climate change. Climate Change
Pa groups thrilled by Biden’s American Climate Corps, but wish it were bigger Julie GrantSeptember 22, 2023 The new program will train 20,000 young people in clean energy, conservation, and climate resilience. Climate ChangeConservationEconomy