Philadelphia, Suburban Towns Sue State Over Moratorium on Plastic Bag Bans
These local governments say lawmakers' extension of the plastic bag moratorium was 'undemocratic.' They say they have a right to find local solutions to local problems.
Politics
Coal and Gas Jobs Given Center Stage by Pa. Lawmakers, Even Democrats
At recent hearings in Harrisburg, fossil fuel reps told lawmakers that coal and gas are part of the climate solution. Some Democrats agree.
At DEP Budget Hearing, a Focus on Pa.’s Effort to Join RGGI
The DEP budget hearing brought up the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, criticisms of DEP and Texas grid failures.
Climate Change Doesn’t Get a Mention in Wolf’s Budget Address
Wolf proposed mainly flat funding for environmental agencies and a severance tax on natural gas.
Environmentalists see opportunity for Pennsylvania legislature in 2021
They hope lawmakers will see some environmental action as good for the economy and begin to consider climate change.
Biden’s Pick for Energy Secretary Expected to Bring Together Clean Energy, Job Creation
Environmental groups are reacting positively to former Michigan Gov. Jennifer Granholm's nomination, while the energy industry is more cautious.
PA Environmental Groups Praise Biden’s EPA Pick
Called a practical environmentalist, Michael Regan has experience dealing with state agencies and is expected to tackle climate change and environmental justice.
Can Biden’s Climate Plan Spark Cooperation in Pennsylvania?
Some see possible common ground in jobs and infrastructure projects like charging stations for electric cars.
Bill Heading to Governor Relaxes Environmental Laws for Conventional Drillers
Lawmakers say the less rigorous environmental standards are scaled for "mom and pop" drillers.
What Biden’s Win Means for the Environment and the Fight to Rein in Climate Change
President-elect Joe Biden could not only reverse Trump's deregulatory actions, but also embed climate priorities across the executive branch.
