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Clairton Coke Works, near Pittsburgh, is Allegheny County's largest single source of particle pollution. Photo: Reid R. Frazier

In lieu of county action, 35 communities outside Pittsburgh are now closer to passing climate plans

Oliver Morrison·June 24, 2022

A new report shows communities where their greenhouse gas emissions are coming from and outlines actions for communities to reduce their carbon footprint.

Climate Change

Pittsburgh is preparing for increasingly severe flooding from climate change

Oliver Morrison·June 3, 2022

As more basements are flooded, developers in the city now are required to take into account increasing amounts of rainfall.

Climate Change Environmental Justice Water

Climatologist warns PA residents to plan for heat waves and intense storms this summer

Jacqui Sieber·June 3, 2022

The Northeast Climate Center says climate change will make this summer in Pennsylvania warmer than normal, with more days above 90 degrees and more intense storms.

Climate Change Energy Health

Allegheny National Forest among first federal lands to get funding for cleanup of orphaned wells

Julie Grant·May 26, 2022

Eighteen high priority abandoned oil and gas wells in the Allegheny National Forest are set to be cleaned up with the first round of federal funds.

Climate Change Energy

Feeling anxious about climate change? Experts say you’re not alone

Julie Grant·May 20, 2022

Research shows more people are having trouble coping with the climate crisis and their numbers will only increase in the coming years. Experts are concerned it’s taking a toll on mental health.

Climate Change Health

Pollution’s Mental Toll

The Allegheny Front·May 20, 2022

Explore our special series about how air, water and climate pollution impact our mental health.

Climate Change Health Pollution

Climate Change Protestors on the steps of the state capitol with a sign that reads," Harrisburg Stand Uo."

Climate Change Brings up Some Hard Emotions, but There Can Be Joy in the Struggle

Kara Holsopple·May 20, 2022

A psychologist explains how people can cope with the feelings of sadness, fear and anxiety around climate change by looking for solutions and meaning in their lives.

Climate Change Health Your Environment Update

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Worried by Ukraine war impacts, environmentalists petition feds to dump LNG by rail

Susan Phillips·May 20, 2022

The groups urged the Biden administration to reverse a Trump rule that opened up the nation’s railways to liquified natural gas (LNG).

Climate Change Energy Politics Transportation

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Wolf touts Pennsylvania’s bid for a low-carbon hydrogen hub that relies on fossil fuels

Julia Zenkevich·May 17, 2022

Hydrogen fuel’s only by-product is water. But Pa.'s proposal for a federally-funded hydrogen hub would use natural gas to create hydrogen.

Climate Change Economy Energy

N.J. offshore wind developer inks deal to use all union labor

Susan Phillips·May 13, 2022

It’s part of a push toward a “just transition” to create well-paying jobs in renewable energy as the country moves away from fossil fuels

Climate Change Economy Energy

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