Why Canadian wildfire smoke is lingering (and what you can do about it)
A climate scientist and mom explains why the smoke is sticking around and who should stay indoors.
Kara Holsopple
What’s behind higher electricity prices? The regional grid explained.
An energy expert weighs in on the troubles and opportunities at the regional grid operator.
Online tool launched to help identify chemical exposure
The Environmental Health Project's Compounds of Concern tool helps residents living near industrial facilities learn about the chemicals and compounds that may be exposed to, and their potential health risks.
In Michael Mann’s book, Earth’s climate history shows us there’s still time to act
"Our Fragile Moment" takes lessons from the paleoclimate record to help us survive the climate crisis.
A Tick Researcher’s Tips for Staying Safe Outdoors
One tip: walk in the center of the trail. Ticks like to attach themselves to long grasses. No need to use DEET.
Musician helps farmers open up with ‘Empty Barn’ song
A former Pennsylvania dairy farmer takes his guitar on the road to address the mental health crisis in rural communities.
A former gravel mine in Erie County gets a second chance as forestland
The 100-acre site in Erie County is being reforested through a partnership between the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy and the nonprofit Bosland Growth.
Map shows what’s possible with federal clean energy investment in Pa.
Environmental groups highlight projects across Pennsylvania where Inflation Reduction Act money was used for clean energy and climate resiliency.
What amendments to the Endangered Species Act could mean for wildlife
A bill before Congress seeks to make changes to the Endangered Species Act that environmentalists say would weaken its protections.
Invasive plants take the spotlight in a new exhibit
The new “Uprooted: Plants Out of Place” exhibit at Carnegie Museum of Natural History in Pittsburgh examines the complexities of invasive plants.
