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
Pennsylvania gas prices, drilling falls, report says Rachel McDevittOctober 3, 2023 Natural gas prices in Pennsylvania have fallen steeply, after spiking last year. There’s also been a significant slowdown in new fracking wells. EconomyEnergy
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
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
As renewables grow, questions remain for utilities and regulators Rachel McDevittSeptember 21, 2023 A new paper shows utilities and regulators will need to consider how home energy storage systems will affect the grid. Climate ChangeEnergy
State amphibian may get another shot at federal protections Rachel McDevittSeptember 15, 2023 A federal judge vacated a 2019 U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service decision that the eastern hellbender does not warrant a status as an endangered species. ConservationWild PennsylvaniaWildlife
Pa. crypto plant wants to burn tires; environmental advocates ask regulator to say ‘no’ Rachel McDevittAugust 29, 2023 Stronghold Digital Mining wants to burn shredded tires at one of its waste coal plants. Environmental groups say air pollution would increase. Pollution
