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Environmental group sues cryptocurrency plant and Governor Josh Shapiro

WVIA·April 5, 2024

The group alleges Stronghold Digital Mining's Panther Creek Electric Generating Facility pollutes the environment with the Shapiro administration’s support.

Energy Pollution

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The search for endangered flying squirrels in the Poconos

WVIA·March 6, 2024

A group is searching for endangered northern flying squirrels in the Poconos. Last count, there were only 33 in Pennsylvania.

Conservation Wild Pennsylvania Wildlife

Solar Energy

Rural Pennsylvania receives $3.6 million for renewable energy

WVIA·November 9, 2023

Small farms and businesses can get up to 75% of renewable energy projects funded by USDA's Rural Development Program.

Energy Food and Agriculture

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Developer pulls the plug on Clinton County power plant

WVIA·May 5, 2023

The gas-fired power plant would have been the third largest greenhouse gas emitter in Pennsylvania.

Energy Pollution