Mon Valley on Pace for Twice as Many Hydrogen Sulfide Violations as Last Year
The Clairton Coke Works is the biggest emitter of H2S in Pennsylvania and is "likely a substantial contributor" to the stinky toxic pollutant in the Mon Valley.
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EPA Takes up Environmental Justice Complaint Against Philly’s Permit for Natural Gas Power Plant
Residents and activists say the project will increase air pollution and lock in reliance on fossil fuels. They claim institutional racism is involved in the decision.
How to Control the Pest Threatening the Future of Hemlock Trees
The hemlock woolly adelgid is destroying Pennsylvania's state tree and its forests. Homeowners need to be on the lookout for this invasive insect.
Episode for July 30, 2021
While bald eagle populations are increasing, other birds of prey are declining. Philadelphia residents are accusing the city of racism over permitting a new natural gas plant. How homeowners can join foresters in stopping the hemlock wooly adelgid. Plus, news about air quality and fracking.
Pa. Supreme Court Rules Drilling Revenue From State Forests Must Be Used for Conservation
Revenue like bonus, rental, and penalty payments from oil and gas drilling in state forests must go toward conservation, not balancing the state budget.
Town Hall Calls Attention to Pittsburgh Air Quality Problems
This is the third meeting of residents who want stricter controls of air pollution that plagues the Mon Valley and other Pittsburgh neighborhoods.
America’s Birds of Prey Are Largely Doing OK, With Notable Exceptions
New analyses from raptor migration counts across North America show that bald eagle populations are on the rise, while other birds of prey are having a tougher time.
DEP to require landfills to test for radioactivity from fracking waste
The new requirement is to protect drinking water sources from radioactive materials found in fracking waste.
Pennsylvania Wilds Optimistic For Economic Rebound As Tourists Travel Closer To Home
In Northern Pennsylvania, a 13-county region known as the Pennsylvania Wilds is using its natural beauty and recreation to grow tourism.
Group Says Tighter Radiation Controls of Drilling Waste Needed
An exemption in federal law leaves patchwork of state laws to protect public and workers.
