Pennsylvania gas prices, drilling falls, report says
Natural gas prices in Pennsylvania have fallen steeply, after spiking last year. There’s also been a significant slowdown in new fracking wells.
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Pa. communities get influx of federal cash to plant trees
The funds from the Inflation Reduction Act are for planting trees, combating extreme heat and climate change and improving access to nature.
Federal rule aims to ease connection between new power and grid
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.
Fingerprints of climate change seen in Pa.’s hot summer days
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.
As renewables grow, questions remain for utilities and regulators
A new paper shows utilities and regulators will need to consider how home energy storage systems will affect the grid.
State amphibian may get another shot at federal protections
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.
Pa. crypto plant wants to burn tires; environmental advocates ask regulator to say ‘no’
Stronghold Digital Mining wants to burn shredded tires at one of its waste coal plants. Environmental groups say air pollution would increase.
What can one person do about climate change? Climate Solutions will help you get started
A new video series helps people figure out what they can do to help fight climate change.
Pa. participation in RGGI has been held up for more than a year. What has the state lost?
Former Gov. Tom Wolf’s signature climate program has been on hold for over a year. Some estimate the state has lost $1 billion as a result.
Bill to boost solar in Pa. schools has bipartisan support
A proposal in the state legislature would help boost renewables in Pennsylvania by easing the process for schools to install solar panels.
