PA: Environment
Friday, April 26, 2024
USDA: Spring in PA is time to be on lookout for invasive pests
April has been "Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month," but the pests don't know that. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says it's the …
Study: PA ranks high for health impacts of oil and gas flaring emissions
A new study raised red flags about respiratory health in Pennsylvania, particularly for those living near oil and gas activity. The study by …
CBF takes legal action to stop hydroelectric facility for Cuffs Run
A proposed pumped-storage hydroelectric facility for Cuffs Run near the Susquehanna River in York County has been challenged by the Chesapeake Bay Fou…
Advocates back tougher EPA emissions rules for cars, trucks
The Environmental Protection Agency has set new air pollution standards under the federal Clean Air Act for cars and light/medium vehicle models from …
A push to update PA stream designations for wild trout protection
Pennsylvania's wild trout streams are getting some much-needed attention and outdoor enthusiasts across the state can voice their views on safeguardin…
Report: A roadmap for industrial decarbonization in PA
Pennsylvania is a major source of greenhouse gas pollution in the U.S. A new study has identified a path for its industries to reduce their …
Advocates push for swift update of gas pipeline safety rules
Pennsylvania environmental groups want to see a new rule implemented to improve the detection and repair of leaks from gas pipelines. The Keystone …
PA students gain hands-on experience in watershed conservation
It is almost time for some Pennsylvania students to get out of the classroom and into a canoe. The Chesapeake Bay Foundation's Pennsylvania Rivers …
Climate Corps could open doors to job opportunities in Appalachian PA
The American Climate Corps seeks to create 20,000 jobs related to conservation, climate issues and clean energy. The program originated by the Biden …
Report: Shell Petrochemicals plant didn't save Appalachia with plastics
A new report says two economic-impact studies gave misleading information to Pennsylvania policymakers and residents about the economic advantages of …
PA to plant 10 million trees to improve Chesapeake Bay water quality
The Keystone 10 Million Trees Partnership is helping to get Pennsylvania on track for its 2025 Chesapeake Bay pollution reduction goals. So far…
Report examines private-equity power plants, growing risks for communities
Pennsylvania communities could be hit hard by rising financial uncertainty in the country's biggest electricity market, according to three new …