Just over a year ago, the largest coal-fired power plant in Pennsylvania closed. For some, it’s been hard to accept. We’ll visit Homer City to hear how it’s going. A US Supreme Court decision to put a cross-state air pollution rule on hold could impact clean air in Pennsylvania. And, we tag along with a crew trying to save hemlock trees from an invasive pest. Plus a new report outlines ways to keep kids playing outside in the warmer months. As fossil fuel production has gone up in the U.S., greenhouse gas emissions have gone down as, except in the region that includes Pennsylvania. The miles of trails along Pittsburgh’s Three Rivers have a significant economic impact.
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A Western Pa. town navigates an uncertain future after its coal plant closes - It’s been a year since Pennsylvania’s largest coal-fired power plant in Homer City shut down because of stiff competition from natural gas and renewables. 
How a land trust is fighting invasive hemlock woolly adelgid in Allegheny County - Hollow Oak Land Trust is selectively treating hemlock trees with insecticide and hopes to inspire homeowners to do the same.
How the Supreme Court’s ‘Good Neighbor’ ruling could impact air quality in Pennsylvania - The court temporarily blocked an EPA rule to reduce cross-state pollution until a challenge to the rule plays out in federal court.
In U.S., overall emissions down as oil and gas production rises — but in Pa. region, emissions are up - A new study shows that in the region that includes PA, total emissions have gone up by 4 percent as oil and gas production increased.
Kids can spend more time outdoors when provided with shade, study finds - Researchers say shade can increase outdoor activities by an average of 14 minutes.
Climate advocates boost EVs as anti-EV ads run in Pa. - While many have concerns about owning EVs., the Environmental Defense Fund Action says electric vehicles have a positive effect on people's health and the environment.
Trails along Pittsburgh’s rivers are helping the region’s economy - A new report shows the miles of trails along Pittsburgh’s rivers have a significant economic impact, but they’re also improving trail users’ mental and physical health.
