DEP Approves Injection Well in Plum, But Uncertain Economy Might Put Project on Hold
The well will be used to dispose of fracking wastewater, but the economic slowdown from the pandemic has put the project on hold.
Reid Frazier
Why the Rollback of the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards ‘Foreshadows What’s to Come’
An Obama-era rule has already reduced toxic air pollution like mercury from coal-fired power plants. So why did the EPA roll it back now? In a word, co-benefits.
How a Mad Men Ad Exec Helped ‘Brand’ the First Earth Day
In 1970, more than 20 million people helped celebrate an obscure new holiday known as Earth Day. And a storied Madison Avenue copywriter was a huge part of its success.
DEP Reaches Agreement with Range Resources Over Air Violations
The two Washington County communities where the violations took place can apply to use part of the nearly $200,000 fine toward local parks and pollution reduction efforts.
500 Construction Workers to Go Back to Work on Shell’s Ethane Cracker
State officials say part of the construction is considered an essential business, and will monitor Shell's activities.
EPA Rolls Back Air Regulations for Waste Coal Plants in Western Pa., W.Va.
The industry argued that waste coal isn't high enough quality to meet the pollution standards. Environmental groups say the move is bad for public health.
Why One Writer Says Coronavirus is Like Climate Change on Steroids
There are some similarities: a reluctance to admit to the scale of the problem and the need to take radical action very quickly on a global scale. And we have to listen to the scientists.
CNX Agrees to Restore Trout Stream in Washington County as Part of a Settlement with DEP
The $180,000 project is part of a settlement for erosion violations at gas drilling sites in Washington and Greene counties.
Can Air Pollution Make Coronavirus Worse? Scientists Say Yes.
Air pollution could make COVID-19 worse possibly in both cases and severity. That's bad news for Pittsburgh.
Mine Workers’ Union Wants More Protections Against COVID-19
They say miners are at particular risk: “They get dressed, travel down the elevator together…work in confined spaces, breathe the same air, operate the same equipment, and use the same shower facilities.”
