As cities try to reduce emissions, getting more people to adopt solar energy is key. Community-owned solar projects could be a solution. Some operators want to extend the lives of coal plants because of increased energy demand. President-elect Trump has endorsed relaxing regulations that could help do this. Farmers are doing everything they can to prevent a bird flu outbreak in Pennsylvania.
Plus, could climate polluters face criminal charges in Pennsylvania for causing or risking a catastrophe? Suicide prevention in rural areas is a focus at the Pennsylvania Farm Show, and how ice jams cause flooding.
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Climate change attorneys say a Pa. statute could be used to prosecute fossil fuel companies - A new law journal article argues climate polluters could be criminally charged in Pennsylvania. But some say it’s a risky long shot for prosecutors.
Coal was on its way out. But surging electricity demand is keeping it alive - Utilities are delaying coal plant retirements and running them even when they cost more than renewable sources.
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In a jam? Not yet for some waterways in Northeast Pennsylvania
Suicide prevention in agricultural communities emphasized at Pennsylvania Farm Show
Bird flu cases are making a comeback in 2025. What’s Pennsylvania’s plan?
